Field Operations Internship — Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape; Davidsonville (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on field training

Job shadowing

Dedicated mentorship

Management & leadership development

Collaborative team environment

Professional networking

Internship duration: 10–12 weeks

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape in Davidsonville, MD, offers a 10–12 week Landscape Maintenance Internship from May to August 2027. You will gain hands-on field training, shadow multiple departments, and work under a dedicated mentor to build real-world skills in field operations and branch activities.

This paid program emphasizes collaboration, professional networking, and growth, with potential for full-time opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Candidates must be actively pursuing a degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, Business Management, Operations Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
• Interest in working in a team-oriented, customer-focused industry with a willingness to support a variety of operational needs
• Comfortable working in both office and outdoor field environments
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds as part of routine job duties
• Proficient in the use of computers and common software applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Hands-on field training across multiple areas of field operations with crews
• Job shadowing with teams in Field Ops, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales and Branch Leadership
• Dedicated mentorship with regular feedback on progress and development
• Management and leadership development to prepare for future roles
• Collaborative projects with skilled professionals and fellow interns
• Professional networking with peers, mentors and leaders within Ruppert Landscape
• Intern choice experience to gain further training in department of choice
• Final presentation detailing internship experience, projects and lessons learned

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Team-oriented

Adaptability

Office & field versatility

Lifts up to 50 pounds

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pursuing degree in horticulture / turf management / agribusiness / business management / operations management / construction management

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape in Davidsonville, MD, offers a 10–12 week Landscape Maintenance Internship from May to August 2027. You will gain hands-on field training, shadow multiple departments, and work under a dedicated mentor to build real-world skills in field operations and branch activities.

This paid program emphasizes collaboration, professional networking, and growth, with potential for full-time opportunities after graduation.