Landscape Maintenance Internship: Hands-On Training & Mentorship

Ruppert Companies LLC; Dagsboro (DE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Professional networking opportunities

Hands-on field training

People-first culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Intern for a 10–12 week paid internship across field operations and branch activities. You will gain hands-on experience in landscape production and maintenance, while supporting office and crew teams.

The program includes mentorship, job shadowing, and leadership development, with a final presentation of your internship experiences and projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Actively pursuing a degree in horticulture, turf management, agribusiness, or related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work both office and outdoor field environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist field crews with landscape maintenance tasks.
• Support office and operations teams with daily activities.
• Participate in training, shadowing, and mentorship sessions.
• Contribute to project work and learn across departments.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Degree in progress: Horticulture

Degree in progress: Turf Management

Degree in progress: Agribusiness

Degree in progress: Operations/Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Intern for a 10–12 week paid internship across field operations and branch activities. You will gain hands-on experience in landscape production and maintenance, while supporting office and crew teams.

The program includes mentorship, job shadowing, and leadership development, with a final presentation of your internship experiences and projects.