Walk Across Kentucky Native Plants Internship

Posting Details

Job Title Walk Across Kentucky Native Plants Internship

Requisition Number DU13115

Department Name 81115:Arboretum

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range $14.00

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education

• Basic knowledge of horticulture, botany, ecology, landscape architecture and/or natural resources preferred
• High school degree
• Currently enrolled at UK
  
  

Required Related Experience

• Basic knowledge of horticulture, botany, ecology, landscape architecture and/or natural resources preferred
• Desire to work with native plants and ecological landscapes
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment, as well as independently
• Strong work ethic
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including basic PC skills and familiarity with MS Office
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively with visitors and fellow staff members
• Must submit three (3) references
  
  

Required License/Registration/Certification

n/a

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, reach, pull, push, grab, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work in challenging and adverse weather/environmental conditions, sometimes for extended periods of time
  
  

Shift

Part time hours in spring and fall. 32 hours a week during summer months.

Job Summary

• Perform seasonal landscape work including, but not limited to, mowing, weeding, watering, mulching, pruning, planting, and other horticultural tasks.
• Assist with curatorial activities including plant identification, documentation of plant records, and creating and maintaining plant labels.
• Help scout for pests and diseases.
• Assist with treatment of The Arboretum’s ash trees for Emerald Ash Borer.
• Safely operate gardening tools and small equipment.
• Help lead a weekly volunteer group in the management of the collection.
• Attend relevant events, educational classes and field trips with staff.
  
  

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Must possess a current valid driver’s license
• Must pass a background check
• Willingness to learn to operate small equipment and gardening tools
  
  

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply 03/06/2025

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