Intern at the Arboretum!

The Arboretum is now accepting applications for a 2011 summer intern.  This is a tremendous opportunity for someone interested in horticulture, natural sciences, outdoor leisure services and/or non-profit management.  He/She will gain valuable leadership and management experience … all while working in the beautiful outdoors all summer!

If you know someone who might be interested, please pass along the below information.  Applicants must turn in a cover letter, resume and 3 references by March 15th.

Mission The mission of the Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens (the Arboretum) is to enhance the quality of life for all individuals through horticulture.  We seek to enrich life by nourishing and sharing the beauty of the natural world, the joy of gardening, knowledge of plants and the diversity of our world.

Internship Format The internship will run for 12 weeks with flexible beginning date mid May and ending date mid August.  The intern is required to work 40 hours per week, including some weekend and evening hours.  Weekly schedules are flexible within reason.  Compensation is $9.00 an hour.

The intern will work directly with the Director of Horticulture to explore the daily duties and activities of a public garden setting.  He/She will also interact daily with Arboretum volunteers and the general public.

Who can apply? Applicants must be 18 years or older and currently enrolled in school.  Experience and/or education in horticulture, natural sciences, outdoor leisure services and/or non-profit management will be given first priority.  Applicants must be able to perform physical labor outdoors in typical summer weather conditions and have a valid driver’s license.

Expectations & Qualifications The intern is expected to participate fully in the daily operations and activities of the garden with maturity, curiosity and kindness towards all Arboretum visitors and volunteers.  He/She must be self motivated and willing to work as part of a team as well as assume a leadership role when asked.

The application deadline is March 15, 2011.  Please send a cover letter, resume and three references to Mollie Aronowitz at director@cedarvalleyarboretum.org.

For more information about the Arboretum, please visit www.cedarvalleyarboretum.org.  For more information about the internship, please contact Mollie Aronowitz at director@cedarvalleyarboretum.org or (319)226-4966.

See you in the gardens.