The Smithsonian Gardens provides an exceptionally well-rounded array of experiences in its intern program thanks to the wide diversity of services it offers to the Smithsonian, the world’s largest museum complex. Interns will learn skills in a broad range of horticultural endeavors from SI’s expert professional staff and can provide a strong practical background to emerging professionals hoping to enter the public gardening world.
We accept current and recently graduated undergraduate and graduate students studying horticulture, environmental science, or other related fields. Selection is based on both an evaluation of the applicant’s application and available positions.
Horticulture Internship – Smithsonian Gardens (si.edu)
Deadlines:
Applications for Summer internships should be received no later than February 1, 2024.
Requirements for applying to the Smithsonian Garden intern program:
- Submit an on-line application
- Two letters of recommendation
- College transcript(s)
- Essay describing background, interest in field, career goals and chosen project.
To apply for an internship, applicants must create an account and submit an application online to the Smithsonian Online Academic Application System (SOLAA) at https://solaa.si.edu .
Further details about the internship and how to apply can be found on our website at http://www.gardens.si.edu/get-involved/internships.html .
