Working as a Horticultural Intern at one of gardens of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) you will work alongside our professional staff in the day to day management and maintenance of our world famous plant collections. At Edinburgh you will have access to our well-stocked Botanical Library and Herbarium and at all the gardens you will have contact on a daily basis with our experienced and specialist Staff. Many students have worked in one or more of our gardens and have enjoyed and benefited from their experiences with us.
The Living Collection of RBGE is located on four sites - Edinburgh, Benmore (near Dunoon in Argyll), Logan (near Stranraer in Galloway) and Dawyck (near Peebles in the Borders), and is the second richest collection of plant species in the world. Further details on all Four Gardens can be found on The Gardens page
Shared self-catering accommodation is available at Logan and Benmore Botanic Garden if booked in advance.
As an intern we will offer you:
- Experience alongside our experienced horticulturists in one of our four Gardens
- RBGE poloshirt/sweatshirt (waterproofs and safety boots are not provided and are essential)
- Free accommodation at Benmore and Logan Botanic Garden. Edinburgh and Dawyck can supply a list of nearby accommodation however own transport is essential at Dawyck
- Certificate of Practical Training
- Reference for your CV
Application Procedure
Early applications are recommended and applicants are responsible for financing the full duration of their internship. Funding opportunities can include: employer sponsorship, grants from universities or colleges, scholarships and bursaries, or self-sponsorship.
If you wish to take up the offer of an unpaid Horticultural Internship with us please complete and return the Horticultural Internship Application Form by email to education@rbge.org.uk so that we can process your application. When you reply please also include a copy of your current CV and a photograph.
Requirements:
- Internships last a minimum of 6 weeks
- Good Conversational English
- Previous Practical Experience
For further information, please contact education@rbge.org.uk