Spring 2018 Internship
Brookside Gardens
Brookside Gardens is seeking undergraduate students and recent graduates to fill paid summer intern positions. This is an opportunity for motivated individuals to work closely with professionals in a public garden setting, learning first-hand about the varied facets of operating a public garden with extraordinary plant collections and displays, a diverse customer base, and engaging learning opportunities. Experience and skills obtained through the internship will prepare participants for professional positions in a number of related fields within the green industry, and is meant to complement undergraduate or graduate studies in horticulture or related fields. This will be a 40 hour/week position, and will include work during some evenings and weekends.
Duties: Interns will rotate through several sections throughout the gardens, and will work on projects crucial to Brookside Gardens’ operations in each department. Interns should expect to assist with:
How to Apply: Go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mncppc and search for “Brookside Gardens.” We are only accepting online applications. Application closes February 1. If you have any questions, contact Ellen Bennett at Ellen.Bennett@MontgomeryParks.org or (301) 962-1402.
Brookside Gardens
Brookside Gardens is seeking undergraduate students and recent graduates to fill paid summer intern positions. This is an opportunity for motivated individuals to work closely with professionals in a public garden setting, learning first-hand about the varied facets of operating a public garden with extraordinary plant collections and displays, a diverse customer base, and engaging learning opportunities. Experience and skills obtained through the internship will prepare participants for professional positions in a number of related fields within the green industry, and is meant to complement undergraduate or graduate studies in horticulture or related fields. This will be a 40 hour/week position, and will include work during some evenings and weekends.
Duties: Interns will rotate through several sections throughout the gardens, and will work on projects crucial to Brookside Gardens’ operations in each department. Interns should expect to assist with:
- Outdoor Garden Maintenance
- Indoor Garden (Conservatory) Maintenance
- Wings of Fancy Live Butterfly Exhibit
- Plant Propagation
How to Apply: Go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mncppc and search for “Brookside Gardens.” We are only accepting online applications. Application closes February 1. If you have any questions, contact Ellen Bennett at Ellen.Bennett@MontgomeryParks.org or (301) 962-1402.