Part Time - Arboretum/opp Horticulture Intern

Penn State University

State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Hourly: $16; term: 14 weeks from may 11 – august 1...
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Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student
Ability to work weekdays 6am-3pm
Willingness to use hand tools and power equipment
** Penn State University is offering a paid part-time internship opportunity within the Arboretum and Office of Physical Plant for students interested in horticulture. The internship provides hands-on experience in horticultural practices and grounds management, along with an educational component, during a 14-week term from May to August 2026. **

Job Summary

  • This paid internship offers hands-on experience in horticultural and grounds management practices within a public garden setting.
  • Interns will engage in weekly on-campus sessions and off-site field trips focusing on land preservation, education, and community outreach.
  • The position includes training in plant identification, pruning, floral display installation, and the maintenance of water features.

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** Penn State University is offering a paid part-time internship opportunity within the Arboretum and Office of Physical Plant for students interested in horticulture. The internship provides hands-on experience in horticultural practices and grounds management, along with an educational component, during a 14-week term from May to August 2026. **

Salary

Hourly: $16; Term: 14 weeks from May 11 – August 14, 2026; Extension option available into Fall 2025

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student
  • Ability to work weekdays 6am-3pm
  • Willingness to use hand tools and power equipment

Nice-to-have

  • Academic coursework in horticulture or landscape architecture
  • Experience with sustainable gardening techniques
  • Strong interest in career paths related to plant sciences

Key Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program
  • Submission of cover letter, resume, and two references required
  • Successful completion of background checks as per University policies

Work Rights

Not specified

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