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High School Internship Program

Phipps seeks highly motivated students, interested in learning about the environment, science and horticulture, to participate in our summer high school internship program.

"Learning for a Greener Future" - June 20 to July 28, 2011

High School Internship Program

Andrea, 2010 High School intern

With the support of the Grable Foundation and Pennsylvania's Education Improvement Tax Credit Program, Phipps is offering a six-week paid summer internship enrichment opportunity for high school students from the Pittsburgh area. All applicants must be at least 16 years of age, be eligible to receive free or reduced-cost lunch and must have completed their sophomore year of high school.

The internship program offers a variety of classes, hands-on activities, field trips, and work experiences in diverse fields of both environmental and plant sciences. Throughout the program, interns work with Phipps' skilled horticulture and education staff, college interns and experts from Pittsburgh's environmental community.

Interns have the opportunity to:

  • Investigate green careers in horticulture, education, and other environmental fields
  • Learn the science and art of plant care through working in the Conservatory's historic glass house and outdoor gardenss
  • Share knowledge with visitors and young children by working with Phipps' educational programs
  • Become informed about local and global environmental issues and sustainable solutions through activities at Phipps and with local environmental groups
  • Build their resume for future education and career opportunities

Application Process

Applications will be accepted March 1 through May 13, 2011, as positions remain available. All interested students should submit the following to be considered for employment: