Southern Botanical is now accepting applications for our 2021 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM! Our program will begin on June 1st. 

Southern Botanical is a full-service residential and commercial landscaping company with headquarters in Dallas, TX. We have been in business for over 25 years. We are the Green Standard for sustainable landscaping design, landscape construction, landscape installation, lawn care, lawn maintenance, lighting, tree care, tree pruning, water management, hardscape, outdoor living space, tree fertilization, and more.

The SoBo Internship Program is unmatched in the Green Industry.  It provides full exposure to all the areas of the business including operations. As an Intern you will be assigned a mentor who will work with you throughout the summer and who you can count on for guidance and counseling. 

This program is designed to give you a well-balanced experience in all aspects of running a landscaping business. The program is for 12 weeks:

PHASE 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COMPANY (1 WEEK)

• 1-on-1 meeting with managers from every Branch
• Create a report of knowledge obtained

PHASE 2: CREW MEMBER EXPERIENCE (1 WEEK)

• Work side-by-side on a crew with our front-line team members
• Hands on learning of the skills and hard work required to build beautiful landscapes
• Develop appreciation for our amazing frontline team members and their skill sets

PHASE 3:  BRANCH EXPERIENCE (8 - 10 WEEKS)

• You will select a Branch that you want to focus on for the remainder of the program
• You will narrow your area of focus to a specific position
• Branch Manager will assign projects and tasks

INTERN PROJECT

• You will be asked to identify an area/process that can be improved within the company
• You will develop and present your plan to the leadership team

PAY

$15 per hour

REQUIREMENTS

• Industry-related field of study; including but not limited to Horticulture, Agronomy, Agriculture Business, Turf Management, and Arboriculture
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Team oriented
• Reliable and responsible
• Ability to safely operate lawn care equipment
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions

GROW WITH SOUTHERN BOTANICAL AND LEARN WHAT IT MEANS TO BE THE GREEN STANDARD!