Landscape Maintenance Intern: Hands-On Field Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Mentorship

Industry exposure

Professional networking

People-first culture

Local branch events

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10-12-week Landscape Maintenance Internship May–August 2027, designed to give hands-on field training and exposure to office operations. You will shadow crews, learn branch operations, and participate in mentorship and leadership development as part of a collaborative team.

You'll gain practical experience across Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership, with a final presentation and potential for full-time opportunities after

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.

Skills

Strong problem solving

Team oriented

Proficient in MS Outlook

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in Word

Proficient in PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pursuing degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, Business Management, Operations Management, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10-12-week Landscape Maintenance Internship May–August 2027, designed to give hands-on field training and exposure to office operations. You will shadow crews, learn branch operations, and participate in mentorship and leadership development as part of a collaborative team.

You'll gain practical experience across Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership, with a final presentation and potential for full-time opportunities after