Landscape Maintenance Intern: Hands-On Field & Mentorship

Ruppert Companies LLC; Centre Hall (Centre County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay $16-$18/hr

Real-world experience

Industry exposure

Networking opportunities

People-first culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10-12 week Landscape Maintenance Internship designed to give students a hands-on, well-rounded view of branch operations. The program emphasizes field work, mentorship, and exposure to multiple areas of the business.

You will gain practical skills, learn industry best practices, and participate in projects that build a strong foundation for a future career in the commercial landscape industry.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on field training across multiple areas of field operations.
• Job shadowing with Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.
• Dedicated mentorship with regular feedback and professional development support.
• Management and leadership development to prepare for future roles.
• Collaborative team environment with meaningful projects and teamwork.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10-12 week Landscape Maintenance Internship designed to give students a hands-on, well-rounded view of branch operations. The program emphasizes field work, mentorship, and exposure to multiple areas of the business.

You will gain practical skills, learn industry best practices, and participate in projects that build a strong foundation for a future career in the commercial landscape industry.