PGMS DC Branch Scholarship Application

 The mission of the Professional Grounds Management Society, D.C. Branch, is to foster integrity and excellence in grounds management by promoting professional development through education programs, networking, community service, and fellowship. As part of this effort, the D.C. Branch offers a scholarship to those interested in pursuing higher education in a horticulturally-related field.

Offered annually, our scholarship provides financial aid to students currently studying landscape and grounds management, arboriculture, turf management, irrigation technology, or a closely related field.

Many of our past scholarship winners have gone on to be leaders in our industry and we encourage our members to sponsor a student's application.

At least one scholarship of $1500 will be awarded. Other scholarship awards are at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee 

The top recipient will receive complimentary student membership to PGMS for one year and have the opportunity to attend the Green Industry Seminar and the Green Industry Field Day. PGMS will pay for the scholarship recipients’ seminar and field day registration.

Please share the application with anyone whom you think may be interested or reach out to a Board member with any questions!

Here is the link to the the Application: PGMS DC Branch Scholarship Application

Geoscientists in Forest Program

 Position Title:  Physical Science Technician - AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements

Site Location: 1055 9th Street, Del Norte, CO 81132

Application Timeline: Preference given to applicants that submit application by February 6, 2026.

Terms of Service:

•                  Start Date: June 1, 2026

•                  End Date: September 18, 2026

•                  AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 450 Hour

GEOSCIENTISTS IN FORESTS PROGRAM:

The USDA Forest Service Washington Office Lands, Minerals and Geology (WO-LMG) in partnership with the Conservation Legacy is pleased to announce the 2026 Geoscientists in Forests (GSF) Program offering paid professional development opportunities to emerging geoscientists that leverage Agency capacity to conduct critical geologic work in alignment with the administration’s priorities (see Executive Orders and Secretarial Memos listed below).

The GSF Program specializes in individual placements that address geoscience-related needs and management priorities. The program is designed for individuals aged 18-30, and veterans up to age 35. Projects involve predominantly field-oriented research, inventory and monitoring, and geoscience interpretation for agency staff and the public. GSF programs support Forest Service responsibilities under Executive Orders on American energy (EOs 14154, 14156, 14241), Secretarial Memo 1078-005, and the Public Land Corps Act’s workforce development focus.  

The primary purposes of the Geoscientists in Forests Program are to:

•                  Address critical geoscience needs on National Forest System lands;

•                  Foster geoscience career growth to support mineral and energy development in alignment with the administration’s priorities;

•                  Provide on-the-ground geoscience training and immersive paid developmental experience for emerging geoscience professionals under Forest Service mentorship

Full description and application can be found here

Remote Internship: Organic Farmers Association

 The Organic Farmers Association (OFA) is seeking a dynamic and motivated Communications Intern to join our team remotely for an average of 10-15 hours per week for 10 weeks during January-March 2026. This opportunity is designed to support students interested in exploring career pathways in the organic industry through paid internships. OFA is seeking undergraduate or graduate students with majors in Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Media Studies, or related fields. This internship offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit or agriculture communications and contributing to meaningful projects.

Internship Type: Remote
Start Date: Week of February 1, 2026
Eligibility: Open to current undergraduate or graduate students and individuals ages 18–24, regardless of enrollment status
Preferred Majors: Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Advertising, Media
Studies, Public Relations, Agricultural Communications, or related fields

Compensation & Qualifications: Compensation is $15 per hour for undergraduate interns and $18 for graduate interns, not to exceed a total of $2,250/undergraduate or $2,700/graduate per semester. Interns are not eligible for benefits. This internship is remote, so a reliable internet connection is required. Full description can be viewed here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1405_H8reLEd4F3p24F05WShyyzXUckbU/edit

To Apply: Please fill out this application by January 15, 2026.
https://form.jotform.com/253352848731159

Ryann Monteiro, MPH, CHES (she/her)
Project Manager
Organic Farmers Association

Growing Gardens Internships: Boulder, CO

 Growing Gardens in Boulder, CO is hiring for multiple Environmental Education Positions on the farm for 2026!

Growing Gardens’ mission is to cultivate community through regenerative urban agriculture. Our programs empower people of all ages, income levels, and abilities by connecting them with their local food system, each other, and the environment. 

Our organization values the diverse skills and individuals that come together to create a thriving community and workplace. We are committed to the work we do, and bring our best selves each day, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously, have fun, and enjoy the process of doing good in our community. We take care of each other and put people at the center of everything we do.  

I have included links to our various opportunities in this email. Please pass along to those who may be interested or reach out with any questions!

Spring Season Environmental Education Intern

Dates: March 2nd - May 22nd

Job Status: Seasonal Intern, 15 hours per week

Compensation: Qualifies for credit at the university level and includes $400 upon completion

Summer Season Environmental Education Intern

Dates: May 11th - August 7th

Job Status: Seasonal Intern, 24 hours per week

Compensation: $1,870 stipend, qualifies for credit at the university level

Fall Season Environmental Education Intern

Dates: August 18th - October 30th

Job Status: Seasonal Intern, 15 hours per week

Compensation: Qualifies for credit at the university level, includes $400 upon completion and a weekly share of veggies from the farm

Summer Camp Educator

Required in person training: May 22nd 8:00-12:00 pm, May 25th - 29th, 8am-4pm. ($720 stipend) 

Summer Camp Schedule: Summer Camp is weekly June 1st - August 7th. (9 weeks total) There is no Summer Camp the week of June 29th - July 3rd. Staff will not work this week and are able to travel

Job Status: Full Time, Seasonal Summer Employee, Average 40 hours per week

Compensation: $800 per week of summer camps; training weeks will be prorated to reflect days worked.  

Please visit our website for our full internship/seasonal staff descriptions. 

To apply:

Follow this link for our online application. If the link does not work, copy the url code below into your web browser.

https://growinggardens.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/staff/App

For any questions, contact Megan Reynoso at mreynoso@growinggardens.org

Entomology Undergrad Research Tech

Position description: The Krishnan Lab in the Entomology department at the University of Maryland, College Park, is seeking one undergraduate research technician. The position will start earliest in Spring 2026. The undergraduate student will help set up insect and plant colonies, maintain them, record data, and assist graduate students with experiments. Most work will be undertaken in the lab and greenhouse, with minimal field work. The position could require working on some weekends/holidays. 

Primary responsibilities:

1.Setting up and maintaining butterfly colonies.

2.Setting up and maintaining plants in the greenhouse.

3.Noting down observations in the lab and greenhouse and taking photos/videos.

4.Entering data into spreadsheets.

Full details and posting here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:8a4a2c2e-0f89-4521-9369-95ee8c1b1724 

Ladies in Landscape (LIL) Scholarship

The LIL Scholarship was established to encourage and support young women pursuing careers in horticulture and its related fields. This $500 scholarship is awarded to a high school senior or current college student who demonstrates a commitment to the green industry—whether in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), golf course management, commercial horticulture, retail operations, or landscape design. The scholarship application is open now and will close on December 22, 2025. https://ladiesinthelandscape.com/scholarship/ 

3-4 month Arborist Fellow position at Yosemite National Park

 Colleagues in Horticulture and Arboriculture,
Please help us spread the word about an opportunity at Yosemite National Park for a 3-to-4-month Arborist Fellow position that pays $900/week plus free housing.  The Fellow will perform arboriculture work on the historic orchards of Yosemite Valley and support other vegetation management activities in the park's cultural landscapes.  Preferred candidates have a background in Horticulture, Arboriculture and/or Historic Preservation.  Applicants must be 30 years old or younger, or up to 35 years old for veterans.
Arborist Fellow - Yosemite National Park - Yosemite Valley, CA - American Conservation Experience - EPIC Jobs

Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS)

The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) is one of the largest green-industry trade shows in the U.S., bringing together nurseries, landscapers, garden centers, growers, equipment suppliers, and horticulture professionals. It’s a major networking and business hub for anyone in the plant, landscape, or outdoor-living industries.

How it benefits people professionally

• Networking: Connect with thousands of suppliers, buyers, and potential employers in one place.

• Industry Insights: Discover new plant varieties, tools, technology, and trends shaping the horticulture and landscape sectors.

• Business Development: Build vendor relationships, compare products, and find cost-effective solutions for your operation.

• Career Growth: Exposure to emerging practices and innovations helps professionals stay competitive and knowledgeable.

Overall, MANTS offers a concentrated opportunity to learn, network, and grow within the green industry.

Mar-Del Watermelon Opportunities

Mar-Del Watermelon Queen Contest- must be 18 years old by February 1, 2026. Winner is awarded a $5,000 scholarship, $1,500 in clothing allowance, $95/day for each promotion, and all travel expenses covered by Mar-Del Watermelon Association.

Learn more here: https://mardelwatermelon.org/mar-del-queen/

National Scholarship Search Engine at UMD

Check out the new National Scholarship search engines on our website

Try out these two new ways to search among over 90 nationally competitive awards for ones most relevant to your goals and plans:

By using a wide range of our pre-filtered POPULAR CATEGORIES like 'study abroad,' 'STEM grad study,' and class years (freshmen, sophomores, etc.)

Or

By using your own custom FILTERING, with a wide range of topical, geographic, eligibility factors, and other criteria.

NPS Historic Preservation Training Center – Build Up Landscape Preservation Associate – AmeriCorps

 Academic Colleagues in Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation and Horticulture,

Do you know of someone that would be interested in working with the National Park Service to prepare Preservation Maintenance Plans for our National Cemeteries?  We're looking for two individuals with "maintenance sensibilities" that can help us prepare these plans to inform the future stewardship of the NPS National Cemeteries.  A Bachelors in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture or Historic Preservation knowledge is preferred.  The right candidate is service-oriented and interested in describing (and illustrating) the hands-on work needed to care for historic cemeteries.  The positions are 12-months, equivalent to $25/hour with benefits.  Work can be performed remotely or from our office in Seattle, WA.  Training will be provided and some travel will be part of the effort.

For more information, click here!

Longwood Gardens Internships - 1/15

 

Cultivate Your Career 2026 Internship Applications Open December 1

Launch your professional journey at one of the world's premier display gardens. Our comprehensive and engaging internship programs offer unparalleled opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow within a globally recognized institution. Internships for US Students  At Longwood, we offer comprehensive internship opportunities for US students, structured to fit your academic calendar. From year-long internship opportunities—and ten-week summer internship opportunities in some areas of study—US students can dive into land stewardship and ecology, greenhouse production, marketing and communications, plant healthcare, and so much more. These opportunities are available for current college students and those who have graduated within the past year and are legally able to work in the United States. Our domestic paid internships include rent-free living on Longwood property, access to field trips and other learning opportunities, and many other benefits.  Apply Now Applications close January 15, 2026 Learn more about the program during a live webinar led by our Student Programs staff on December 9 at 6 pm.  Register Now International Internship & Training Program  Expand your horticultural expertise on a global stage. Each year, our International Internship & Trainee Program brings up to ten dedicated trainees from around the world to study at Longwood. This is a paid program designed to broaden your knowledge and includes valuable benefits like rent-free living on our property, organized field trips, and many other educational advantages. Our 2026 International Internship & Training Program runs September 2026 through May 2027.  Apply Now Applications close January 15, 2026

Ruppert Landscape Internship Positions

Choosing a company where you can use your talent and skills to their fullest potential is a major decision. Ruppert Landscape is continually seeking talented, hard-working individuals interested in a green industry career and offers internship opportunities ranging from sales and estimating to nursery production and landscape installation. The hands-on experience you receive will be a strong supplement to your training and education and will help you to determine your future career path.

Want to learn more? Visit their page here.

Plot of Hope, Produce Production and Business Planning - Union Bridge Church of the Brethren

For more information contact Dwight Dotterer - Dwight.Dotterer@maryland.gov

Department or Agency Name: Union Bridge Church of the Brethren
Work Location/Address: 124 S Main St Union Bridge MD 21791
Phone Number: 410-775-2717
Website: https://www.ubcob.org/plot-of-hope
Name/Title of Immediate Supervisor: Dwight Dotterer/congregation member, local
farmer, Administrator of the Nutrient Management Program and MDA
Work Schedule: April-August (willing to work with expectations of program to
accommodate hours needed for completion)
Wages: Competitive hourly wage

Background of Program:
Two years ago, our congregation, alongside some neighbors, began a “fun project” to
provide vegetables to our neighbors. Union Bridge does not have a grocery store that
sells fresh produce, so we decided to use our land to offer something back to our
neighbors. After two years of working together with our neighbors a new vision for our 4
acres has developed. We would like to see our acreage move from a small plot of
vegetables and flowers to an urban farm. We are just starting this program, and our
acreage is currently 4 acres of hay. An intern will work with us to see this program grow
from ground zero. This Fall (2025) we are working on getting a well put on the property
to help with watering in Spring/Summer 2026. Depending on when the student begins,
they will assist from the beginning of putting the first shovel into the ground and move
towards networking with our neighbors.

Main Job Expectations:
1) Help develop a business plan for the program
2) Networking with neighbors to get people involved
3) Assist with distribution plan of produce
4) Work on the property overseeing produce growth and any areas of
concern/future development
a. Poor production of any crop and why
b. Offer suggestions of what is working and what isn’t
c. If necessary drive tractors or work tillers in areas that work is needed
d. If necessary water or weed any of the vegetable plots (we should have
volunteers lined up for this)

Hopeful skills of Student:
1) People skills – engaging conversations with strangers, making “cold calls” if
needed
2) Creative – brainstorming new ideas with the committee
3) Joy for urban farming – sharing the joy when networking with hopeful new
partners
4) Microsoft skills – writing letters, building excel sheets, creating power point
presentations if any of this is needed for the business plan development
5) Passion for serving those in need – this program is serving a need for the town of
Union Bridge, this work will hopefully empower our neighbors to be a part of
something purposeful
6) An understanding of the importance of distribution of produce and how to make
that happen
7) Experience with small machinery (or willing to learn)
8) Eager to offer manual labor alongside the logistics of the business plan

Machinery Used for the Program:
1) 30hp farm tractor,
2) tractor mounted 6' tiller,
3) rotary mower,
4) tractor mounted row cultivator,
5) walk behind tiller.

Capitol Area Food Bank (CAFB) Volunteer Opportunity

Student Volunteer Opportunity at CAFB:

The Capital Area Food Bank leads our region’s efforts to provide equitable access to
food and opportunity to people struggling with hunger and food insecurity. Each year,
we source and distribute the food for more than 60 million meals. Together with more
than 400 local partners, we’re providing the food people need to thrive today. We’re also
working with partners to pair food with services that can create permanent pathways out
of hunger tomorrow. We are seeking GW students to support our field trip programming
and bring nutrition education to students across the DMV! 

Volunteer Opportunity Available: 
1. Field Trip Assistant 
- Volunteers will assist the Nutrition Education Coordinator with running
nutrition education and garden field trip programming. 
- Tasks include: setting up for field trips, leading nutrition education
activities, cleaning up after field trips, outreach, curricula development 
- Schedule varies weekly, but most support is needed Tuesday,
Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays from 9am-12pm.  
- This opportunity will be between 3-6 hours a week and will be ongoing
throughout the school year.  
- Skills/interests needed: Nutrition education, working with children, Spanish
language skills are a plus, interest in curricula development and/or
community outreach. 
- Capacity: 3 or 4 volunteers are needed!  

Interested?: Reach out to ahiepler@capitalareafoodbank.org