People & Operations Internship

Mt. Cuba Center•Hockessin, DE

9d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Gardens People & Operations Internship at Mt. Cuba Center offers a unique opportunity for college students to gain comprehensive exposure to public garden operations through immersive experiences across key departments. Based primarily within Human Resources, the intern will develop a holistic understanding of how various operational departments collaborate to fulfill Mt. Cuba Center's mission. Through rotational experiences across HR, Marketing & Communications, Philanthropy, Education, Programs and Events and other Operations departments, the intern will gain invaluable insight into the complexities of public garden management and leadership while contributing to meaningful departmental projects, including leading a few of their own. Throughout the core 15 weeks of the internship, interns collaborate closely with fellow Mt. Cuba Center interns across various departments, creating a cohesive learning community. The internship program includes social events, group activities, and field trips to other public gardens where interns connect with peers from partner institutions and gain a broader perspective on the public gardens field. Interns are fully immersed in Mt. Cuba Center's culture through participation in garden-wide activities and events. The internship culminates in a capstone project that interns present to Mt. Cuba Center employees and volunteers, showcasing their learning and contributions to the organization's mission.

Requirements

Minimum one year of college completed
Current enrollment in Business Administration, Public Administration, Non-Profit Management, or related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Experience or coursework in one or more of the following areas: human resources, marketing, finance, facilities management, or security operations
Demonstrated interest in public gardens, museums, or other cultural institutions
Experience with project coordination or event planning
Basic understanding of business operations and organizational systems

Responsibilities

Support HR administrative projects including documentation, filing, and data management
Assist with internal communications initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness
Contribute to employee engagement activities and organizational culture projects
Support recruitment processes including job postings, candidate communication, and interview coordination
Assist with onboarding documentation and new hire processes
Help maintain HR information systems and employee records
Support benefits administration and employee relations activities
Assist with volunteer management including recruitment, scheduling, recognition, and communication
Marketing & Communications campaigns and content development
Philanthropy operations and donor relations support
Education program coordination and
Visitor engagement
Programs and Events coordination and support