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Jobs

Garden Specialist – Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Did you fall in love with the beauty of Meadowlark Botanical Gardens during one of Professor Dickson’s plant iD courses? Are you looking for some formal garden experience in one of the best-hidden gems of northern Virginia? What about a garden that focuses on native plantings, restorative plantings, and ecologically sound horticultural practices? If you answered yes to any of these, then the Garden Specialist position at Meadowlark Botanical Garden would be perfect for you!

https://www.novaparks.com/employment?p=job%2FoGnElfwM

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Internships

Community Volunteer Ambassador – National Capital Region Invasive Plant Management Team

Are you passionate about conservation? Are you interested in advocating for conservation in your community? Are you passionate about volunteering and invasive plant management? If this describes you, and you’re looking for an amazing engaging opportunity, consider applying for that national Captial Region Office of the Appalachian Conservation Corps Invasive Plant Management Team Community Volunteer Ambassador!

CVA Position Description _NCR IPMT

https://www.cvainternships.org/

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Events

Invasive Plant Management Individual Placement – National Capital Region Office – 2023 Internship- Conservation Corps

Are you passionate about conservation? Are you interested in becoming a steward for the land practicing the best cultural practices that lead to a healthier environment? If this describes you, and you’re looking for an amazing engaging opportunity, consider applying for that national Captial Region Office of the Appalachian Conservation Corps Invasive Plant Management Individual Placement!

https://jobs.silkroad.com/ConservationLegacy/Careers/jobs/3771

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Internships

Summer Internship (Horticulture Aide)- Architect of the Capitol

Are you still looking for your summer internship or not quite sure of your options? Well the Architect of the Capitol, located in the heart of Washington D.C., is looking for a summer intern for their gardens! If you’re interested in enriching your skills or working in public service then this opportunity is for you! Several NOVA Horticulture Alumni have interned for this historic institution, and gone on to work full-time there!

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/689114400

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Events, Horticulture Club Announcements

Horticulture Club’s Annual Winter Poinsettia Sale is Back!!

It’s back and better than ever! In case you missed out on the sneak peek preview sale, you still have two more opportunities to come and pick out your perfect poinsettias! With 16 varieties, from the sparkling speckles of Red Glitter to the striking variegation of Tapestry Red to the snowlike Alaska White there’s sure to be a variety for you! All 6.5″ pots are $10 each averaging 3 to 6 blooms per plant. We accept cash and check only, sorry no credit cards are accepted at this time. We hope to see you there!

Poinsettia Sale Flyer

Jobs

Research Specialist- Virginia Tech

Are you interested in the exciting world of plant pathology or the intersection of horticulture and biology? Then this opportunity is for you! Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University’s, yes THAT Virginia Tech, Eastern Shore Agricultural Research and Extension Center is looking to hire a Research Specialist to assist with technical support in fruit pathology. The person in this position will help conduct laboratory experiments, apply experimental and maintenance treatments, collect data and summarize results. If you think this is the job for you, don’t hesitate to apply!

https://careers.pageuppeople.com/968/cw/en-us/job/520611/research-specialist

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New Job Opportunities with Fairfax County Government

Fairfax County Government has MANY exciting new job opportunities for those interested in Parks and Recreation as well as Urban Forestry and Arboriculture. Some jobs that are of note are “Tree Care Specialist I” with the Park Authority in Chantilly, VA, “Historic House Assistant” with Green Springs Gardens in Alexandria, VA, “Urban Forester II (part-time)” in Fairfax, VA, and “Environmental Technologist I (Limited Term)” in Lorton, VA.

If you are interested in applying for any of the positions or would like to look at other available job opportunities from Fairfax County Government you can find more information on the following websites:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfaxcounty?department[0]=Park%20Authority&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending  For information on the Tree Care Specialist I position in Chantilly, VA, as well as other jobs in the FFXCO Park Authority

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/non-merit-misc-parks-and-rec For information on the Historic House Assistant at Green Springs Gardens as well as other Non-Merit Miscillanious Parc and Recreation Jobs

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/non-merit-miscellaneous-professional For more information on the Urban Forester II position in Fairfax and the Environmental Technologist I position in Lorton as well as other Miscellaneous Professional Non-merit positions with FFXCOGov.

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Internships

Native Plant Conservation Internship- Earth Sangha

Looking for an internship to help you enter the exciting world of native plant conservation? Well if you are, I have the opportunity for TWO of you! Earth Sangha an amazing local business focused on the production and conservation of native plants has 2 positions available for their 2023  Full-Season Native Plant Conservation Internship.

Several NVCC Hort Alumni and Students have worked for and with Earth Sangha, and they can tell you firsthand what an amazing opportunity this is! ​If you’re interested in applying, please email a CV and optional cover letter to Matt Bright at mbright@earthsangha.org.

https://www.earthsangha.org/staff

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Internship- Yellowstone Landscape

Here’s another internship opportunity for everyone whos still looking for their HRT 297 Cooperative Internship requirement! Yellowstone Landscape, a nationwide company, is looking for interns for its 12-week, paid rotational program which allows students time in the field to develop their technical skills while also allowing them to learn the management side of our business.  Interns will be paired with a seasoned manager to learn different ways to manage crews and properties as well as communicate with clients.  Interns are required to complete an independent project which allows them the opportunity to develop, plan and implement a full-scale project.

With locations throughout the US and several in Virginia, this could be for you if you’re looking for an experience close to home or your next educational institution.  This summer Yellowstone Landscape hosted 19 Interns across the country at multiple locations.  While each Intern experienced different areas of the landscape and turf industry all finished with a solid understanding of the industry as a whole and their potential career path. Check out blog posts written by their 2022 interns to get a sense of the experience. More information about their internship program can be found here. 

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Horticulture Apprentice- Oak Spring Garden Foundation

Are you still trying to figure out what you’re doing during winter break? I know it might seem far away, but trust me it’s coming sooner than you think! If you’re still looking for a position to fulfill your HRT 297 Cooperative Education requirement or looking for real-world experience starting Decemeber 2022, then I have the opportunity for you! Oak Spring Garden Foundation in Upperville, VA is looking for TWO full-time Horticulture Apprentices starting in December! The position is paid, has the potential for housing if needed, and provides PTO, as well as paid holidays! They are taking applications now to begin reviewing on December 1st.

HA APPRENTICE POSTING 2022-23

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