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Horticulture Intern (Seasonal)

Saucon Valley Country Club
locationFountain Hill, PA 18015, USA
PublishedPublished: Published 3 weeks ago
Farm, Ranch, and Greenhouse Operations
Temporary / Seasonal
Job Type

Internship

Description

Celebrating over 100 years of excellence, Saucon Valley Country Club is a premier private club nestled in Pennsylvania's scenic Lehigh Valley-just one hour north of Philadelphia and slightly more than an hour west of New York City.

Spanning more than 800 acres, Saucon Valley features three championship golf courses, a 6-hole junior course, tennis, squash, swimming pools, fine dining venues, and an 18th-century guesthouse.

With a storied championship legacy, Saucon Valley has hosted eightUSGA Championships and will proudly host the 2026 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship and four additional USGA events.

In addition to championship-level golf, Saucon Valley is recognized as a:
  • Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary
  • Platinum Club of America
  • Recipient of multiple environmental and renovation awards

Saucon Valley is committed to developing the next generation of horticulture professionals through hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-level environment.

Internship Overview

We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals who are passionate about horticulture and eager to learn within a world-class facility. Interns will gain exposure to all facets of landscape and grounds maintenance.

Key Learning Highlights Include:
  • Chemical and fertilizer application and equipment calibration
  • Seasonal flower and landscape plantings
  • Maintenance of ornamental landscape beds
  • Design and installation of decorative planters
  • Integrated pest management practices
  • Water management and irrigation support
  • Pruning and plant health care

Requirements

Educational Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited horticulture program or related field
Experience Requirements
  • Prior horticulture or landscape experience is preferred but not required
Physical & Job Requirements
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Ability to bend, stoop, and stand for 8-10 hours per day
  • Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn in a team environment
Internship Benefits
  • On-site housing provided
  • Experience at a multi-course championship facility
  • Potential for advancement opportunities upon graduation
  • Educational field trips and industry exposure
  • Golfing privileges
  • Uniforms provided
Compensation
  • Competitive hourly pay with overtime available

Salary Description

$18.00 per hour