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The Rotational Summer Internship in Public Horticulture
Longwood Gardens offers a Rotational Summer Internship in Public Horticulture. Open only to current sophomores and juniors enrolled in a two- or four-year college or university program in horticulture or a related field, the Rotational Summer Internship in Public Horticulture offers students the opportunity to emphasize in either Display Horticulture.
Featuring monthly rotations through different horticultural work areas, this unique internship program is meant to introduce students to the diversity of career opportunities available in public horticulture. Other features and student responsibilities include:
- 10- or 12-week program, dependent upon individual student availability
- Continuing education courses
- Weekly learning activities, including field trips, hands-on workshops, and lectures
- Final oral presentation
Rotational Summer Internship - Display Horticulture Focus
The Display Horticulture Focus will introduce students to the day-to-day operations of an intensively managed horticultural display. The program includes several rotations through both Indoor and Outdoor Display, as well as a rotation through Greenhouse Production. The Display Horticulture Focus is ideal for those students interested in maintenance, design, and visitor interaction within a public display garden.
Apply Now
Longwood Gardens has Rotational Summer Internships in Public Horticulture available for 2012. If you are interested in applying, download the Rotational College Internship Application and submit your completed application by February 1.
Programs & Upcoming Educational Opportunities
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Longwood Graduate Program Symposium
March 2, 2012
The 2012 Longwood Graduate Program Annual Symposium brings together the best of zoo and garden expertise to discover how public gardens and other institutions can inspire their audiences to care and advocate for conservation.
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Today's Horticulture Symposium
Friday, February 3
Enjoy this daylong symposium boasting a diverse lineup of speakers and featuring a plant sale.
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Clivia Show
March 17 & 18
Enjoy this colorful show of unique plants, including a special display of Chinese clivia, presented by the North American Clivia Society.
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Professional Gardener Program
Longwood's immersive, tuition-free, two-year program combines a rigorous academic curriculum with hands-on learning.
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