People of the Preserve

2020 Summer Internships

The Preserve is hiring the following intern positions for summer 2020. Internships are open to currently enrolled students with 2 years of college or equivalent and a background/strong interest in botany, horticulture, or environmental studies.

Program and Collections Internship

Works closely with the Education Coordinator and other Preserve staff and receives in-depth training in:

• Public education and interpretation
• Native plant propagation
• Land management
• Trail maintenance

Click here for the full position summary and application requirements.

Native Plant Horticulture Internship

Works closely with the Preserve’s Nursery and Curatorial staff and receives in-depth training in:

• Collection of native plant seeds of local ecotypes
• Native plant propagation
• Planting newly acquired species on the grounds
• Display garden maintenance
• Public education and interpretation

Click here for the full position summary and application requirements.

To apply for either internship position, fill out the internship application here. Applications are due by February 28, 2020.