Landscape/Grounds Management Intern - Summer 2026

Museum Core • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Landscaping/Grounds Management Intern will work closely with the Groundskeeping Supervisor to maintain and enhance the museum’s outdoor spaces. This hands-on role includes planting, seasonal clean-up, and landscape design/build projects. The intern will gain experience with plant care, irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance while contributing to the overall beauty and functionality of the museum campus. The Children’s Museum is fiercely devoted to our Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) efforts. Together, we are building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences.

Requirements

• Be pursuing an undergraduate degree, preferably in Landscaping, Horticulture, or Grounds Management.
• Have at least two years of college completed by the start of the internship.
• Possess basic plant knowledge and an interest in landscape design/build.
• Be capable of lifting to 50 lbs.
• Be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to use hand tools and groundskeeping equipment safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance the Museum’s landscaping, including seasonal annuals and perennials.
• Perform daily grounds maintenance tasks such as campus clean-up, trash collection, and general upkeep to ensure a neat and welcoming appearance.
• Perform seasonal clean-up tasks, including tree and shrub trimming, mulching, transplanting perennials, and container garden maintenance.
• Support landscape design and build projects under the guidance of the Groundskeeping Supervisor.
• Water and maintain annual plants and landscaped areas.
• Help with the set-up, transportation, and takedown of tables, chairs, and equipment for Museum events.
• Maintain groundskeeping equipment by fueling, cleaning, and performing minor maintenance tasks.
• Observe other departments to learn more about Museum operations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern