Horticulture Internships

Winterthur's Horticulture Internship Program provides a diverse and exciting experience for students in the fields of horticulture, plant science, arboriculture, ecology, and related disciplines.

Internships are offered in the fields of garden and estate maintenance and arboriculture, and natural lands management. All interns participate in classes on plant identification, IPM, irrigation, turf management, and plant records; attend lectures and field trips; and complete short-term projects. A limited amount of housing is available at Winterthur.

Garden/Estate Interns (three positions)
Garden/Estate interns work alongside Winterthur's horticulture staff in different areas of the garden and estate during three-week rotations. Interns learn and practice sound horticultural techniques such as fertilizing, planting, pruning, snow removal, leaf removal, mowing, mulching, and trimming. Interns also learn about the design principles used in the creation and maintenance of Winterthur's naturalistic garden.

Arborist Intern (one position)
The arborist intern assists the arborist in maintaining the health and vigor of the trees throughout the Winterthur Garden while learning arboricultural techniques. The intern participates in all phases of tree care management, including ground and/or aerial pruning of trees.

Minimum Requirements
Six months educational and/or field experience in the study of horticulture or a related field; ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing; ability to execute oral and written instructions; ability to lift 50 pounds; ability to safely operate horticultural hand tools and power equipment; sufficient hearing and sight to be aware of nearby guests and staff when using or close to equipment such as mowers, weed-eaters, blowers, and sprayers; basic knowledge of gardening techniques and terminology. Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Salary $9.50 per hour.

Position Duration
Four positions are available May 1-August 31 (flexible start and end dates). One position is potentially available March 1-September 30.

How to Apply
Please mail, FAX, or e-mail your resume, a letter of introduction, and a complete Horticulture Internship Program Objectives Survey to:

Janel Paonessa
Winterthur Museum & Country Estate
Winterthur, DE 19735
Phone: 302.888.4779
Fax: 302.888.4945
E-mail: jpaonessa@winterthur.org

Application Deadline: March 15, 2010