Paid Landscape Field Operations Intern

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on Field Training

Job Shadowing

Dedicated Mentorship

Leadership Development

Team Collaboration

Networking

Intern Choice Experience

Final Presentation

Career Pathways

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10–12 week internship in Landscape Maintenance for May–August 2027. The program provides hands-on field training, mentorship, and exposure to field operations, irrigation, enhancements, sales, and leadership.

Interns will shadow teams, complete meaningful projects, and build professional networks within Ruppert's culture and values. The internship emphasizes practical experience in both field and office operations, with opportunities to choose a department for

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

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Customer focus

Office/field adaptability

Physically capable (lift 50 lbs)

Computer literacy (Outlook, Office)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pursuing degree in horticulture/agribusiness/related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10–12 week internship in Landscape Maintenance for May–August 2027. The program provides hands-on field training, mentorship, and exposure to field operations, irrigation, enhancements, sales, and leadership.

Interns will shadow teams, complete meaningful projects, and build professional networks within Ruppert's culture and values. The internship emphasizes practical experience in both field and office operations, with opportunities to choose a department for