Landscape Install Intern: Mentored, Hands-On Field Training

Ruppert Landscape; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical experience

Industry exposure

Networking opportunities

People-first culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape in Charlotte, NC offers a Landscape Install Internship for students pursuing Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, or related fields. This 10–12 week program blends field training with office exposure to build practical skills and industry knowledge.

You will work with crews, shadow Project Management, Estimating, Sales, and Operations, and receive dedicated mentorship. The program runs May–August 2027 and may lead to full-time opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Actively pursuing a degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, Business Management, Operations Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Hands-On Field Training: Gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of field operations with crews.
• Job Shadowing: Observe and engage with Project Management, Estimating, Sales, and Operations teams.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Guidance, regular feedback, and professional development support.
• Management & Leadership Development: Exposure to team building, etiquette, communication and leadership best practices.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Contribute to meaningful projects alongside interns and professionals.
• Professional Networking: Build relationships with peers, mentors, and leaders within Ruppert.
• Intern Choice Experience: Opportunity to gain further training in the department of choice.
• Final Presentation: Present internship experience and key learnings at program end.
• Career Pathways: Potential consideration for full-time opportunities after graduation.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Ruppert Landscape in Charlotte, NC offers a Landscape Install Internship for students pursuing Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, or related fields. This 10–12 week program blends field training with office exposure to build practical skills and industry knowledge.

You will work with crews, shadow Project Management, Estimating, Sales, and Operations, and receive dedicated mentorship. The program runs May–August 2027 and may lead to full-time opportunities after graduation.