College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Horticulture

Arboretum Education Intern

Hiring Organization: Haverford College
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Location: Montgomery County, PA
Application Due Date: January 31, 2025

Arboretum Education Intern Position Description
Reports to: Arboretum Director, Program Coordinator, and Plant Curator
Term: Summer 2025: May 27th through August 29th (end date flexible)
When: Monday - Friday 6:30 am-3:00 pm (40 hours)
Function: Education interns will receive hands-on training and perform duties including but not
limited to event preparation, spreadsheet organization, educational
programming, volunteer coordination, photography, social media, and archival work.
Duties:
● Performs all phases of work pertaining to the management of the Arboretum
● Perform Arboretum administrative work (including the archives, spreadsheets,
and plant collection)
● Assists in Arboretum event setup and check-in and helps lead at least one
Arboretum tour/educational program
● Operates power tools and equipment including but not limited to golf carts
● Participate in Arboretum project days which may have a grounds management or
horticultural focus
● Participate in all intern sessions as scheduled (typically trips/educational
sessions and curator-led plant ID walks)
● Special event preparation
● Participates in sustainability work on campus
● Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
● A strong interest in horticulture education and/or an academic background
related to education or a closely related field
● Good organizational, management, and English communication skills
● Must be able to climb ladders, bend, and reach and lift (minimum 30
lbs/maximum 50 lbs)
● Must be willing to work in all weather conditions
● Must be able and willing to work independently and as part of a team
● Possess a valid driver’s license
● Must have completed at least two years of college education (no first-year
applicants)
Interested applicants should submit an application containing a cover letter, resume, and three
references by Friday, January 31st, 2025. Application deadline is rolling and positions may be filled
before the end of the application period.
Application - https://forms.gle/aXnfoaBayZGsWE4y5