The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

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Landscape/Grounds Management Intern - Summer 2025 (Architecture)



The Landscaping/Grounds Management Intern will work closely with the Groundskeeping Supervisor to maintain and enhance the museum's outdoor spaces. This hands-on role includes planting, seasonal clean-up, and landscape design/build projects. The intern will gain experience with plant care, irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance while contributing to the overall beauty and functionality of the museum campus.

The Children's Museum is fiercely devoted to our Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) efforts. Together we are building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. 

Internship Duties:

  • Assist with planting flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance the museum's landscaping.
  • Perform seasonal clean-up tasks, including tree and shrub trimming, mulching, and container garden maintenance.
  • Support landscape design and build projects under the guidance of the Groundskeeping Supervisor.
  • Help with the setup, transportation, and takedown of tables, chairs, and equipment for museum events.
  • Conduct daily grounds clean-up, ensuring a neat and welcoming appearance for guests.
  • Maintain groundskeeping equipment by fueling, cleaning, and performing minor maintenance tasks.
  • Observe other departments to learn more about museum operations.

Internship Requirements:

  • Be pursuing an undergraduate degree, preferably in Landscaping, Horticulture, or Grounds Management.
  • Have at least two years of college completed by the start of the internship.
  • Possess basic plant knowledge and an interest in landscape design/build.
  • Be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational and teamwork skills.

Learning Outcomes:
The Landscaping/Grounds Management Intern will develop practical skills in landscaping, plant care, and irrigation systems while gaining valuable experience in equipment maintenance, event support, and museum operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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