Adkins Arboretum

 

2008 Internship Program

 

Applications due March 7, 2008

 

Adkins Arboretum, a 400 acre arboretum in Maryland specializing in native plants of the Delmarva Peninsula, seeks two environmental science or public horticulture interns.  Interns will work with professional staff on garden maintenance, plant propagation, and seed collection as well as plant record keeping, plant community data collection, invasive plant removal, grounds maintenance, and will assist with greeting the public, educational programs and special events.  Interns are encouraged to conduct an independent project in horticulture, ecological research, or environmental education. Field trips to area parks, natural areas and gardens and participation in public programs are part of the internship.  This internship is an excellent opportunity to gain a broad range of experiences working at a small non-profit organization.

 

$9/hour, 35-40 hours/week. May – October, dates flexible.  To apply, send contact information for two references, resume and cover letter including information about background and career goals to:

 

Sylvan Kaufman, Conservation Curator

Adkins Arboretum

PO Box 100

Ridgely, MD 21660

Phone: (410) 634-2847 x24

FAX: (410) 634-2878

skaufman@adkinsarboretum.org

 

Applications are due March 7.  Interviews by phone or in person will be conducted for selected applicants in March.

Housing is not available on site, but staff can assist in locating housing. For more information about the Arboretum, visit www.adkinsarboretum.org.

 

Please pass this announcement on to anyone interested.