Opportunities with Local Organizations

GARDENS

Bowman's Hill Flower Preserve Internship
This internship includes training by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve staff in the areas of native plant propagation; groundskeeping and trail maintenance; and public education and interpretive work.

Community Gardens of Chester County
Since 2000, Jardin de Cocina Proyecto (Kitchen Garden Project) I has helped over 100 isolated, low-income women build vegetable and herb gardens outside their back doors. To apply: submit a cover letter describing why you are interested in the position, and a resume outlining your qualifications to: gardenscc@gmail.com

Longwood Gardens
Interested in any way in the workings of a major horticultural display garden? The opportunities are endless at Longwood!

Morris Arboretum Internships
Participate in a nationally respected internship in arboriculture, education, horticulture, the flora of Pennsylvania, plant propagation, and more!

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
A program of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Philadelphia Green® is the nation’s most comprehensive urban greening program. Since 1974, Philadelphia Green has supported the development and ongoing care of community gardens, neighborhood parks and high-profile public green spaces in Philadelphia.  "Become a Green City Gardener"

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OTHER ORGANIZATIONS


 

Clean Air Council
Do you believe in the right to breathe clean air? Intern with the Clean Air Council! Prepare reports, out reach materials, and more! Spring and fall term internships available that work with the federal workstudy program.

Greater Philly Environmetnal Network
A New Community Resource For "All Things Environmental"

Maysie's Farm Conservation Center
Ever wonder what it's like to work on an educationally oriented organic farm? Learn about the business and environmental aspects as well.


Stroud Water Research Center
The Stroud Water Research Center is a research and education institution dedicated to the study of streams and rivers. Founded in 1966 as a field station of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia, the Center became an independent, non-profit institution in 1999. Various internships available, check out their website for more information!

Student Environmental Action Coalition
Interested in working with a student run environmental action group? Intern with SEAC and help organize their nation-wide program!

The Society of Women Environmental Professionals of Greater Philadelphia (SWEP) is a national non-profit professional association of women involved or interested in environmental law, science, business, and policy. Our Philadelphia Chapter serves as a resource for members in the Philadelphia region, providing opportunities for professional development through educational programming, social events, mentoring, and public service.

 

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