Horticulturalist Intern

Interlachen Country Club (ICC) is accepting resumes for the position of Horticulturalist Intern. The Horticulturalist Intern, under the supervision of the golf course superintendent and horticulturist, collaborates on the design, installation, and maintenance of ornamental landscaping for the golf course and clubhouse properties.

We believe in serving from the heart. We are looking for teammates who embody our values of Honesty, Enthusiasm, Anticipation, Respect, and Teamwork. Our work environment is purpose driven, fast-paced, and focused on exceeding expectations.

Learn more about Interlachen and culture by visiting us at workaticc.org

What you should know about us:

Established in 1909, ICC is recognized among the preeminent private, family country clubs in the nation. The Club's Donald Ross golf course, most recently ranked #59 on Golf Digest's List of Top 100 Courses in America, has played host to several national and international championships.

We are excited to continue our strong internship program at Interlachen Country Club for the 2023 season. Unique for this season, the club will complete a golf course renovation to our more than 100-year-old Donald Ross golf course under the direction of Golf Course Architect Andrew Green. The renovation will include installation of USGA modified depth rootzone greens, non-selective removal of existing fairways and re-seed, complete bunker renovation, tee construction with drainage, as well as extensive improvements to the course drainage systems throughout the playing areas. In addition to the golf course, the club will begin construction of a new lodge, fitness center, and racquet sports complex in the Fall of 2022. Summer of 2023 will bring installation of plant material and landscaping surrounding this property. We are excited to share this experience with our upcoming interns and know that they will play a vital role in the successful renovation of the course and new facilities.

Our renovation partners include:

* Andrew Green (Golf Course Architect) * Shea Design and Zeman Construction (New Facilities)

* McDonald and Sons (General Construction)

* Landscapes Unlimited (Irrigation)

Internships will include many facets of the renovation, however education opportunities will be tailored to each person's goals and experience, creating a truly personalized learning opportunity. The goal of our internship program is to challenge each intern to grow both as a person and as a professional. Upon completion of the internship program, interns will be prepared to advance to the next step in their career. Students who have previously completed the internship program have gone on to hold top tier positions throughout the country, as well as management positions within our own team. The most successful candidates will be motivated, self-starters looking to grow in their industry.

Why you should work for us:

Competitive Compensation: The hiring rate for this position starts at $17/hr. Team members also enjoy industry-leading perks such as:

Benefits:

• Unique education opportunities including participation in Interlachen's Future Leaders' Program and Intern Exclusive Breakout Session covering a variety of topics outside of agronomics

• Scholarship Opportunity

• Offsite Tours of Horticultural related Operations

• Fees Paid for License (i.e.: MN Pesticide Applicators if applicable)

• On-Site Housing

• Participation and Certification in Future Leaders Program

• Marty Chiropractic Team Member Rate

• Team Member Pro Shop Discounts

• Custom Quality Uniforms

• Off on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years

• Complimentary meals provided by our renowned culinary team. Complimentary coffee, snacks and beverages available throughout the day.

• Golf Course, Pool and Racquet Sport Access on Select Mondays

• Team Member Appreciation Events

  • Team Twins Games

  • Golf Scramble

  • Team Member Appreciation Week

  • Team Bonding Outings

What you will do:

* Implements flower bed designs and cultivates shrubs and flowers.

* Assists with development, care, and harvesting of Chef's Garden to obtain estate grown produce for use in club's restaurants

* Aspires to provide unique experiences for the members and guests of Interlachen Country Club

* Collaborates with Horticulturist on Member Events that include flower design workshops, planter design and installation, etc.

* Develops designs for improvement in club landscaping and landscape lighting

* Trims and prunes hedges and shrubbery.

* Assist groundskeepers in routine maintenance of ornamental plantings.

* Applies pesticides and fertilizers to ornamental plantings.

* Assists with the presentation of clubhouse grounds

Who we are looking for:

Education and Experience

• Knowledge of the characteristics, growth habits and proper cultivation of a wide selection of flowering bulbs, annuals, biennials and perennial plant materials, including both herbaceous and woody plants.
• Knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, soil conditioners and pest control methods and materials.
• May require current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.
• Must be 18 years or older

Attributes

• Live in our principals: Honesty, Enthusiasm, Anticipation, Respect, and Teamwork (HEART).

• Self-Starter - Able to see priorities and opportunities
• Ambitious - Excited about new endeavors and not easily discouraged
• Detail-Oriented - Take pride in the work that you do and the outcome it presents
• Passionate- Genuinely enjoy the outdoors and everything that has to do with horticulture
• Active - Loves being outdoors and working with their hands

Availability

• We are very flexible with starting and ending dates in 2023 to accommodate various individual's schedules.

Interlachen Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all applicants.