About the role
Description
Ryan Lawn & Tree is one of the most respected names in lawn and tree care — a $100M+ company with room to grow across four states: Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our entire industry, and that starts with investing in the next generation of talent.
Looking for a hands-on summer internship where you can work outside and build valuable, real-world skills? Join the Ryan Lawn & Tree team and get ready for a unique, physical, and highly rewarding experience. You'll gain practical knowledge and get trained by experts across our full range of services — all while being part of a company built for growth.
What You'll Do
Our internship provides an opportunity to rotate through multiple departments under our Horticulture Services and Landscape & Arbor Services divisions, so you can learn a little bit about everything:
Horticulture Services
PHC (Plant Health Care):
Learn how to care for lawns and plants through fertilization, weed and insect control, and disease management.
Turf:
Support all turf services, including fertilization and weed control programs.
Irrigation Service:
Service and repair irrigation systems to keep landscapes healthy and green.
Residential Pest:
Assist with home pest control services and learn integrated pest management techniques.
Landscape & Arbor Services
Pruning:
Work with expert arborists and pruners on tree work, trimming and removal, and stump grinding.
Enhancement:
Assist with renewable enhancements like annual mulch, flower rotations, and softscape/tree planting.
Design/Build:
Help create stunning outdoor living spaces through hardscape and irrigation installs on large-scale projects.
Maintenance:
Support detail crews and landscape maintenance teams with weekly/biweekly upkeep.
Client Communication:
Engage directly with clients across all departments, providing excellent customer service and gaining real-world communication experience.
Requirements
This is a physical, hands-on role, so come ready to work! We're looking for students who are:
Ambitious & Eager to Learn:
You should be a self-starter who is passionate about learning and growing in a fast-paced environment.
Academically Inclined:
While we prefer students studying Horticulture, Forestry, Landscape Management, Agriculture, or Business, all majors are welcome to apply!
Physically Ready:
This role requires you to be outdoors and active with the ability to lift up to 50lbs, walk, stand, and push/pull equipment for extended periods, including up to 3 miles per day in the field
Licensed:
A valid driver's license is required with clean MVR
Pre Employment Screenings:
ability to pass a drug screening (including marijuana), & criminal background check
Ryan Lawn & Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #ZR