Part Time - Arboretum/OPP Horticulture Intern - Office of Physical Plant

Penn State University Park · Posted Oct 21

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At a glance

Location: Penn State University Park, United States
Work type: Onsite

Internship at Penn State University Park working with the Office of Physical Plant and Arboretum staff to learn horticultural and grounds management in a public garden setting. Responsibilities include installing summer floral displays, training in gardening techniques, supervising volunteer groups, and skills training in tool and equipment use.

What they are looking for

HorticultureGrounds managementFloral display installationFine gardening techniquesTools and equipment operation

Location: Penn State University Park, United States of America

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Interns will learn horticultural and grounds management practices in a public garden setting, working side by side with OPP and Arboretum staff to manage day-to-day garden operations throughout the growing season.

Highlights include

Installation of the Arboretum’s summer floral display

Training in fine gardening techniques

Supervision of volunteer groups

Skills training in the use of tools and equipment

This internship also includes an educational component featuring weekly on-campus sessions and off-site field trips.

Positions are for 40 hours per week for the period of employment, not to exceed 28 weeks in duration.

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