The horticultural intern assists the River Farm Buildings and Grounds staff, with the day-to-day care and ongoing development of the Society’s national River Farm headquarters. Duties vary seasonally and may include assisting with: garden maintenance; visitor and member services, including the annual Member’s Seed Exchange; interpretative programs; integrated pest management; seasonal exhibits and displays; or, plant records and signage.

The horticultural intern will participate in a department group project during the internship period, along with an individualized garden-based project. In addition there will be weekly plant id and field trips to gardens in the greater Washington, DC area.

Horticultural internships are open to anyone interested in a career in horticulture, with preference given to those pursuing a degree or who have completed a degree in horticulture, or a related field.

The duration of AHS Internships is from three to six months. Compensation is $9.00/hr. The workweek is 37.5 hours and is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with Saturday morning rotations required. Housing is the responsibility of the intern. Assistance in finding accommodations is provided with a listing of potential rentals, affordable apartment office contacts and a map of the area.

Applications for the Horticultural internship should include the following:

• Completed application form

• Current resume

• College transcript (a copy will do)

• Three professional references with addresses, phone and fax numbers

• A statement of professional objectives (200 words)

The student must be a United States citizen or legally eligible to work in this country. We are unable to accept foreign applicants.

Deadlines for Applications:

• Winter/Spring (Jan-May) – November 1

• Summer (May-Sept) – March 1

• Fall (Sept-Dec) – August 1

To apply, please forward application materials to Stephanie Jutila, Education Programs Manager, to fax number 703-768-7533 or education@ahs.org. If you would like further information please call (703) 768-5700 ext. 121 or e-mail education@ahs.org.
 

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