Commercial Landscape Internship

Work With The Best

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide.  Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects.  Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network.  The opportunities are endless.

Elevate Your Landscaping Career at Woodlawns Landscape! Join the Mariani Family of Companies, a trusted leader in the landscaping industry. As a member of our dynamic team in Mundelein, IL, you'll have the opportunity to:

Develop your expertise in landscaping techniques and industry best practices.
Be part of a thriving operation that delivers exceptional landscape services.
Work alongside a passionate and dedicated team committed to your professional growth.

Apply today and join us for Summer 2025!

SUMMARY:
Gain hands-on experience with our associates, particularly our Seasonal Color, Account Manager, and Crew Leaders, to understand the complete lifecycle of a maintenance or enhancement project. Our internship program aims to provide students with practical experience in each specialized department. Interns are paired with seasoned Woodlawns associates/mentors who guide and educate them throughout the internship process. Internships offer an excellent opportunity to study how Woodlawns creates and maintains award-winning landscape projects throughout the Chicagoland area. This entire process allows us to continue our commitment to educating college and university students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Collaborate effectively with the Crew Leader and team members.
• Ensure high-quality standards in all tasks performed.
• Actively contribute to all job site activities, including mowing, trimming, planting, watering, and more.
• Participate in Woodlawns training programs related to equipment and safety.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and in appropriate uniform for each workday.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Pursuing an Associates or Bachelor's Degree in a Landscape related degree program.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
• Enrolled in a current landscape-related degree program
• Demonstrated knowledge of landscape terminology, plant materials, or installation techniques
• Ability to follow instructions from the Crew Leader
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate with other Crew Members
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines
• Commitment to learning Woodlawns standards and procedures for work completion
• Prioritization of safety and adherence to safe work practices
• Accountability for work performance and timely completion

WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Work requires continuous physical activity including standing, reaching, bending, twisting and walking. Ability to lift up to 50lbs. Responsibilities may require evening and weekend work in response to client needs and deadlines. Work will be conducted in outdoor elements (sun, rain, wind), 8 – 12 hours per day.

Pay Transparency

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Mariani pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the company Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Mariani’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Position Range:

$1.00 - $100.00

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.