Spring Ornamental Arborist Intern - Hands-On Horticulture

Collections That Care; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 7,400 - 7,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on training

On-site program

Job summary

The Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts offers a 12-week Ornamental Arborist Intern program designed for students and early career professionals to gain hands-on experience in arboriculture, plant health, and horticulture.

You will prune, assist in field work, maintain arboretum records, log IPM data, perform health assessments, and conduct historical research, while benefiting from mentorship and collaboration with staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Academic enrollment in horticulture or arboriculture aligns with this role.
• Demonstrated ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Pruning and field assistance on arboretum grounds.
• Maintain arboretum records and documentation.
• Log IPM data and monitor tree health.
• Conduct historical research related to arboretum specimens.
• Support events and educational programs with volunteers.
• Collaborate with staff on project tasks and reporting.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

MS Office proficiency

Education

Program related to horticulture or arboriculture

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

The Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts offers a 12-week Ornamental Arborist Intern program designed for students and early career professionals to gain hands-on experience in arboriculture, plant health, and horticulture.

You will prune, assist in field work, maintain arboretum records, log IPM data, perform health assessments, and conduct historical research, while benefiting from mentorship and collaboration with staff and volunteers.