Paid Landscape Maintenance Intern: Field Ops & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $16–$18

Hands-on training

Mentorship program

Professional networking opportunities

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape offers a 10–12-week Landscape Maintenance internship in Durham, NC, combining field operations and office tasks. The program emphasizes hands-on field training, mentorship, and exposure to irrigation, enhancements, sales, and leadership.

Interns will shadow teams, work on meaningful projects, and prepare for future career paths in the commercial landscape industry. You will gain practical, real-world experience in both field and office operations, with an emphasis on teamwork,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Candidates actively pursuing a degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, Business Management, Operations Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in team-oriented, customer-focused industry and support for various operational needs.
• Comfortable working in both office and outdoor field environments.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on field training across multiple areas of field operations.
• Job shadowing with Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.
• Dedicated mentorship and regular feedback for professional development.
• Management and leadership development through team-building, etiquette, communication, and leadership practices.
• Collaborative team environment with meaningful projects and peer interns.
• Professional networking within Ruppert Landscape and the broader industry.
• Intern choice experience with opportunities for department-specific training at program end.
• Final presentation of internship experience highlighting projects, lessons, and contributions to Ruppert’s culture.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Office & field adaptability

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pursuing degree in horticulture/related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape offers a 10–12-week Landscape Maintenance internship in Durham, NC, combining field operations and office tasks. The program emphasizes hands-on field training, mentorship, and exposure to irrigation, enhancements, sales, and leadership.

Interns will shadow teams, work on meaningful projects, and prepare for future career paths in the commercial landscape industry. You will gain practical, real-world experience in both field and office operations, with an emphasis on teamwork,