Landscape Maintenance Intern

Ruppert Landscape Maintenance; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Mentorship

Networking opportunities

Culture & values

Branch events

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10–12 week paid internship in landscape maintenance, based at our Garner, NC area. You’ll gain hands-on field training, shadow key teams, and work with mentors on real projects across Field Operations, Irrigation, and Sales.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in horticulture or related fields, with strong problem-solving, teamwork, and a willingness to push through a fast-paced, outdoor environment. Compensation is $16–$18 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Actively pursuing a degree in horticulture, turf management, agribusiness, business management, operations management, construction management, or a related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with a customer-focused mindset.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in both office and outdoor settings.
• Proficient with Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on field operations experience.
• Shadow key business areas including Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.
• Work with mentors to develop professional skills.
• Participate in leadership development and team projects.
• Present internship experiences at the end of the program.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer-focused

Problem solving

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

Pursuing degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCEINTERNSHIP

Who We Are

Ruppert Landscapeisa leading provider of commercial landscape maintenance and installation services withmore than 3,500 employeesserving customersfrom 55+ branchesacross the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, andSoutheastern US.We take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality servicesona widerangeofcommercialproperties andconstructionprojects.Forover 50 years, our missionhasbeento provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Where You Fit In

OurLandscapeMaintenance10-12-weekpaidinternship program offers a hands-on, well-rounded experiencethat provides insight intoevery aspect of branch operations.We’relooking formotivated, driven individuals who are eager to learn, take initiative, and make a meaningful impact as part of a collaborative team.

Ifyou’repassionate about thecommercial landscapeindustry, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are looking for an opportunity to gain real-world experience, thisinternship isa great placeto start.You’llbuild practical skills, expand your industry knowledge, and gain exposure to day-to-day operations through meaningful projects—providinga strong foundationas you explore career paths and prepare for your future after graduation.

This is a field-focused program thatbuilds yourknowledgeoffield operationsto preparefor a successful career in thecommerciallandscape industry.Your schedule will be customized based on various roles and specific projects, withasignificantportionof the programspentoutside.

Program Overview:

• Hands-OnFieldTraining:Gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of field operations, working alongside crews and developing a comprehensive understanding of landscape production and branch operations.

• Job Shadowing:Gain exposure to key areas of the business byobservingand engaging with teams involved in Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.

• Dedicated Mentorship:Work alongside an experienced mentor who will guide your progress, offer regular feedback, and support your professional development throughout the internship.

• Management & Leadership Development:Gain exposure to team building, professional etiquette, communication, leadership, and management best practices to help prepare you for future roles.

• Collaborative Team Environment:Contribute to meaningful projects while working alongside skilled professionals and fellow interns, fostering teamwork and shared learning.

• Professional Networking:Build lasting relationships with peers, mentors, and leaders within the organization, expanding your professional network and industry connections.

• Intern ChoiceExperience:Internswill haveanopportunity togainfurthertraining inthe department of their choiceatthe endof theprogram as they wrap uptheir internship.

• Final Presentation:At the end of the program, interns will present their internship experience, highlighting key field experiences, projects, lessons learned, skills developed, andhow they experienced and contributed to Ruppert’s culture and values.

• Career Pathways:Top-performing interns may be considered for full-time employment opportunities following graduation.

Internship Duration:

May–August 2027 (10–12 weeks)

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalentrequired

• 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

What We Offer

• $16–$18 per hour, depending onexperience

• Practical,real-worldexperiencein both fieldand officeoperations

• In-depthindustryexposureand skill development

• Professionalnetworkingopportunities

• A people-first, family-oriented culture where teamwork, respect, and growth matter and where your hard work is recognized and appreciated

• Participation inlocalbranchevents andteamactivities

Why Ruppert

Our success starts with our people. We are committed to creating opportunities for our team members to grow, lead, and build meaningful careers. Through hands-on training, strong mentorship, and a collaborative team environment, we invest in developing talented individuals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another.

Guided by our core values, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our employees, our customers, and our communities. Frommaintainingsafe work sites to promoting environmental stewardship, we strive to make a positive, lasting impact everywhere we work.

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity andE-VerifyEmployer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.