Paid Landscape Maintenance Intern — Field Training & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pay: $16–$18/hour

Hands-on field & office experience

Professional networking

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10-12‑week Landscape Maintenance Internship in Apex, NC. You will gain hands-on field training alongside crews and participate in shadowing across Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.

The program provides dedicated mentorship, leadership development, and opportunities to present your experiences. Interns may explore a path to full-time roles after graduation in a collaborative, people-centered culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Candidates actively pursuing a degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, Business Management, Operations Management, Construction Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on field training across multiple areas of field operations.
• Job shadowing with teams in Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.
• Dedicated mentorship with regular feedback and professional development.
• Leadership and management development activities to prepare for future roles.
• Collaborative teamwork and participation in meaningful projects.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Customer-focused

Physical stamina

Education

Degree pursued in Horticulture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is offering a 10-12‑week Landscape Maintenance Internship in Apex, NC. You will gain hands-on field training alongside crews and participate in shadowing across Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.

The program provides dedicated mentorship, leadership development, and opportunities to present your experiences. Interns may explore a path to full-time roles after graduation in a collaborative, people-centered culture.