Historic Trades Internship: Preservation & Horticulture

American Conservation Experience; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Job summary

American Conservation Experience is seeking two members to contribute to historic preservation projects at Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro, TN. The program focuses on population preservation, historic horticulture, and general maintenance with no required prior education or experience.

A 26-week minimum commitment is required with start on 01/04/2027 and end on 07/03/2027.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• ACE does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
• Self-directed work style and ability to work in a team.
• Must be able to operate off-highway UTVs; training provided.
• Valid drivers license and insurable driving record; 21+ to drive.

Responsibilities

• General seasonal maintenance of specimen trees in the historic cemetery.
• Assist with pruning from aerial platforms and learn basic tree rigging on the ground.
• Establish mulch rings around trees and aerate the root zone using compressed air excavators.
• Learn pruning cuts/strategies, knot-tying, equipment inspection and tree identification.
• Other activities may include headstone cleaning, tree lightning protection installation, cabling, and assisting other divisions.
• Collaborate with interpretive division on projects to broaden experience.

Job description

American Conservation Experience is seeking two members to contribute to historic preservation projects at Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro, TN. The program focuses on population preservation, historic horticulture, and general maintenance with no required prior education or experience.

A 26-week minimum commitment is required with start on 01/04/2027 and end on 07/03/2027.