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City of Eden Prairie · 22 hours ago

Horticulture/Landscape Management Intern - Summer 2026

Eden Prairie, MN

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$16/hr - $19/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

The City of Eden Prairie is seeking a Horticulture/Landscape Management Intern for the summer of 2026. This role involves providing maintenance to park grounds, performing gardening functions, assisting in park hardscape maintenance, and ensuring safety for all park users.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Provides maintenance to City park grounds. (mowing, turf maintenance, tree/shrub pruning)

Performs specific gardening functions on City owned landscape areas (i.e. planting activities, weeding, mulching beds)

Assists in installs and/or maintenance of park hardscapes (retaining walls, paver walkways and patio areas)

Supports special user groups or events, such as city recreation programs by preparing park facilities

Ensures safety of all users through continual inspection of park property and amenities. Must demonstrate safe equipment operation and working conditions in traffic on City streets, parks and while entering confined spaces

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City

Qualification

Horticulture knowledgeLandscape managementValid Driver’s LicenseMultitasking abilitiesCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Must be 18 years of age or older. Related experience preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) required. Must be enrolled in and have completed at least one year coursework in a Horticulture, Landscape Management or similar degree program

Valid Driver's License and excellent driving record required

This position requires the ability to lift/carry/push/pull at least 30-50 lbs, operate a motor vehicle, and work under all weather conditions

Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City's evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, driver's license check, work verification and education verification if applicable