Oportunidades de empleo
Horticulture Intern
Puesto
Horticulture Intern
Reports to
Deputy Grounds Superintendent
Background
Located on 200 acres in Potomac, Maryland, Glenstone strives to provide visitors with a unique experience through the seamless integration of art, architecture, and landscape. Its first exhibition building was designed by late architect Charles Gwathmey and opened to the public in 2006. It hosts a series of rotating exhibitions with artworks drawn from Glenstone's permanent collection of post-World War II art. The outdoor landscape is home to monumental sculptures carefully placed amidst rolling pasture and unspoiled woodland. Admission is always free, and visits are scheduled by appointment to encourage an unhurried, intimate engagement between the viewers and their surroundings.
Glenstone has recently expanded in order to strengthen its commitment to the viewing public. The centerpiece of this project is the construction of a new exhibition building designed by Thomas Phifer and Partners. The building will highlight a series of discrete pavilions or "rooms," surrounding a central water courtyard, many of which are devoted to single-artist installations. It provides significantly expanded gallery space and state of the art collection storage. Landscape architects Peter Walker and Partners will also oversee a revised master plan of Glenstone's outdoor landscape. Finally, the expansion will incorporate a new public entrance and visitor amenities, to support a more comfortable and rewarding visit.
Job Purpose
This is an opportunity for students or recent college graduates to gain valuable, hands-on experience in all aspects of landscape maintenance, utilizing the best organic practices and protocols. It is most appropriate for someone pursuing a career in horticulture.
The horticulture intern will work with a highly skilled team of landscape maintenance staff and will perform various duties in the upkeep and preservation of the grounds at Glenstone. The intern will work with Glenstone's professional staff who will provide guidance, mentoring, training, and supervision. The position may also require the intern to work independently on basic projects and assignments.
Once selected you will become a member of our dynamic, skilled, and motivated Grounds crew. Your primary duties will be spent working closely with the Area horticulturists in areas of plant identification (including invasive species), planting, irrigation, mulching, corrective pruning, and assisting in visitor day preparation. The internship will also provide valuable experience and insight into all aspects of the Grounds responsibilities by rotating through other members of the Grounds team, including Arborist, Aquatic horticulturist, Spit Rocker Technician, and Irrigation Technician.
Essential Duties
Horticulture Intern
Reports to
Deputy Grounds Superintendent
Background
Located on 200 acres in Potomac, Maryland, Glenstone strives to provide visitors with a unique experience through the seamless integration of art, architecture, and landscape. Its first exhibition building was designed by late architect Charles Gwathmey and opened to the public in 2006. It hosts a series of rotating exhibitions with artworks drawn from Glenstone's permanent collection of post-World War II art. The outdoor landscape is home to monumental sculptures carefully placed amidst rolling pasture and unspoiled woodland. Admission is always free, and visits are scheduled by appointment to encourage an unhurried, intimate engagement between the viewers and their surroundings.
Glenstone has recently expanded in order to strengthen its commitment to the viewing public. The centerpiece of this project is the construction of a new exhibition building designed by Thomas Phifer and Partners. The building will highlight a series of discrete pavilions or "rooms," surrounding a central water courtyard, many of which are devoted to single-artist installations. It provides significantly expanded gallery space and state of the art collection storage. Landscape architects Peter Walker and Partners will also oversee a revised master plan of Glenstone's outdoor landscape. Finally, the expansion will incorporate a new public entrance and visitor amenities, to support a more comfortable and rewarding visit.
Job Purpose
This is an opportunity for students or recent college graduates to gain valuable, hands-on experience in all aspects of landscape maintenance, utilizing the best organic practices and protocols. It is most appropriate for someone pursuing a career in horticulture.
The horticulture intern will work with a highly skilled team of landscape maintenance staff and will perform various duties in the upkeep and preservation of the grounds at Glenstone. The intern will work with Glenstone's professional staff who will provide guidance, mentoring, training, and supervision. The position may also require the intern to work independently on basic projects and assignments.
Once selected you will become a member of our dynamic, skilled, and motivated Grounds crew. Your primary duties will be spent working closely with the Area horticulturists in areas of plant identification (including invasive species), planting, irrigation, mulching, corrective pruning, and assisting in visitor day preparation. The internship will also provide valuable experience and insight into all aspects of the Grounds responsibilities by rotating through other members of the Grounds team, including Arborist, Aquatic horticulturist, Spit Rocker Technician, and Irrigation Technician.
Essential Duties
- Hands-on tasks including planting, pruning, fertilizing, watering, weeding, mulching, and assisting with exotic invasive species eradication.
- Interact with visitors, both on and off property, to convey Glenstone’s mission.
- Perform other duties as required
- Complete an internship project and present to associates at Glenstone.
Required Qualifications
- Candidates need to have either completed course work or have acquired practical experience in horticulture or a related field.
- Interest in organic landscape management
- Solid time management, organization, and prioritization skills
- Ability to work at a fast pace, without sacrificing quality
- Familiar with the safe operation of heavy equipment, hand and power gardening tools, and other products unique to the profession
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
- Ability to physically lift 50 pounds
Calificaciones preferidas
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
- Able to work flexible hours, including weekends as needed
Salary
Como empleadores, ofrecemos igualdad de oportunidades. Se considerará a todos los solicitantes calificados para el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, género, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, estado de veterano protegido o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.
Como empleadores, ofrecemos igualdad de oportunidades. Se considerará a todos los solicitantes calificados para el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, género, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, estado de veterano protegido o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.
Salario: $20.58 por hora