Landscape Maintenance Intern

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCEINTERNSHIPWho We Are

Ruppert Landscapeisa leading provider of commercial landscape maintenance and installation services withmore than 3,500 employees serving customers from 55+ branches across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeastern US.We take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality servicesona widerangeofcommercialproperties andconstructionprojects.

Forover 50 years, our missionhasbeento provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Our Landscape Maintenance
10-12-weekpaidinternship program offers a hands-on, well-rounded experience that provides insight intoevery aspect of branch operations.

We’relooking for motivated, driven individuals who are eager to learn, take initiative, and make a meaningful impact as part of a collaborative team.

Ifyou’repassionate about the commercial landscape industry, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are looking for an opportunity to gain real-world experience, this internship isa great placeto start.

You’llbuild practical skills, expand your industry knowledge, and gain exposure to day-to-day operations through meaningful projects—providinga strong foundation as you explore career paths and prepare for your future after graduation.

This is a field-focused program that builds yourknowledgeoffield operations to prepare for a successful career in thecommerciallandscape industry.

Your schedule will be customized based on various roles and specific projects, withasignificantportionof the programspentoutside.

• Hands-On Field Training :Gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of field operations, working alongside crews and developing a comprehensive understanding of landscape production and branch operations.

• Job Shadowing:Gain exposure to key areas of the business byobservingand engaging with teams involved in Field Operations, Irrigation, Enhancements, Sales, and Branch Leadership.

• Dedicated Mentorship:Work alongside an experienced mentor who will guide your progress, offer regular feedback, and support your professional development throughout the internship.

• Management & Leadership Development:Gain exposure to team building, professional etiquette, communication, leadership, and management best practices to help prepare you for future roles.

• Collaborative Team Environment:Contribute to meaningful projects while working alongside skilled professionals and fellow interns, fostering teamwork and shared learning.

• Professional Networking:Build lasting relationships with peers, mentors, and leaders within the organization, expanding your professional network and industry connections.

• Intern Choice
  
  Experience:
  
  Intern swill haveanopportunity togainfurthertraining inthe department of their choiceatthe endof the program as they wrap uptheir internship.

• Final Presentation:At the end of the program, interns will present their internship experience, highlighting key field experiences, projects, lessons learned, skills developed, andhow they experienced and contributed to Ruppert’s culture and values.

• Career Pathways:Top-performing interns may be considered for full-time employment opportunities following graduation.

May–August 2027 (10–12 weeks)

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

• Candidates must be actively pursuing a degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Agribusiness, Business Management, Operations Management, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a hands-on, fast-paced environment

• Interest in working in a team-oriented, customer-focused industry with a willingness to support a variety of operational needs

• Comfortable working in both office and outdoor field environments

• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds as part of routine job duties

• Proficient in the use of computers and common software applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point

• $16–$18 per hour, depending on experience

• Practical,real-worldexperiencein both fieldand office operations

• In-depthindustryexposureand skill development

• Professional…