Landscape Maintenance Intern: Hands-On Field Ops

Ruppert Companies LLC; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $16–$18

Mentorship program

Hands-on field training

Professional networking

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Intern for a 10-12 week paid internship. You will gain hands-on field training in landscape production and branch operations, shadow various teams, and receive mentorship to support your development.

The program emphasizes collaboration, professional etiquette, and leadership growth. Interns will work both outside and in office settings, with projects that build real-world skills in commercial landscape maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Pursuing a related degree in horticulture, turf management, or business/operation fields.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working in office and outdoor field environments; lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on field training in landscape production and branch operations.
• Shadow teams in Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.
• Work with a dedicated mentor and receive regular feedback on progress.
• Develop leadership and professional etiquette through on-the-job practice.
• Collaborate with interns on meaningful projects and participate in networking events.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Office software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pursuing degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, Business Management, Operations Management, Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Intern for a 10-12 week paid internship. You will gain hands-on field training in landscape production and branch operations, shadow various teams, and receive mentorship to support your development.

The program emphasizes collaboration, professional etiquette, and leadership growth. Interns will work both outside and in office settings, with projects that build real-world skills in commercial landscape maintenance.