Landscape Design Intern

Job Title:

Landscape Design Intern Reports To:

Lead Landscape Designer About Wright Outdoor Solutions:

Wright Outdoor Solutions offers indoor and outdoor services to residential and commercial clients and their communities across the country. These services include tree care, landscaping and maintenance, plant design and maintenance, lawn care, holiday lights and decor, snow and ice management, and mulch. Our operations are guided by a set of values: safety, family, integrity, excellence and stewardship. We abide by the highest ethical standards, knowing customer satisfaction is our first priority, and we work as a team to deliver creative solutions to our clients. Finally, we are proud of our family founded history and have worked to retain those family values in our culture since becoming employee-owned in 2002. As we continue to grow, new opportunities are becoming available.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions: Document site conditions, measure properties, and draw accurate landscape plans using excellent graphics and lettering Research relevant topics such as plants and their ability to survive in an area, outdoor living features, guidelines, building codes and other requirements Demonstrate your familiarity with plants that will work in certain site conditions Perform site analyses that include assessing existing plants, soil conditions, drainage & lighting Prepare materials for client presentations, such as power points, pictures of design features, final drawings, proposals, etc Complete drawings and other tasks in a timely manner to meet internal deadlines Assist designer with site visits and meetings as needed Assist with the installation process, such as acquiring materials, project layout and plant placement. Perform post-installation tasks, such as landscape walkthroughs, periodic visual inspections of the property, etc Other duties as assigned to ensure smooth execution of the design-build process

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Has or is working on obtaining a certificate or degree in landscape design or landscape architecture Possess knowledge of Iowa horticulture Experience in gardening, landscape design, construction, or related field is a plus Proficient in MS Office, Canva AutoCAD, Dynacsape, UVision (or similar design programs) a plus Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license Knowledge in landscape construction methods and materials is a plus Ability to create and read blueprints is a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills Demonstrates a strong artistic eye for color, aesthetics, texture, scale, styling, and overall design concepts Ability to work flexible hours depending on seasonal demands Must be detail oriented and possess project management skills Strong organization and planning skills Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Wright Outdoor Solutions offer the following: Industry leading compensation Flexible work schedule Practical, real-world experience within a professional organization Mentorship and collaboration with experienced team members Unique and inviting work environment Wright Outdoor Solutions employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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//wrightoutdoorsolutions.com/privacy-policy About Wright Outdoor Solutions & Verdure Elements Formed from the merger of Wright Tree Care and Heard Gardens, Wright Outdoor Solutions has been caring for Central Iowa's outdoor spaces since 1928. In 2013, we purchased local Iowa company The Growing Concern, which allowed us to take our services indoors as well. In 2019, we expanded our reach into the Omaha market through the acquisition of Omaha based company Verdure Elements, offering interior plantscaping, seasonal color, and holiday design services. We are proud to be employee owned and offer a complete package of services for the care of your property. Our services include tree care, landscaping and maintenance, plant design and maintenance, lawn care, holiday lights and décor, snow and ice management, and mulch. To be the industry leader throughout the Central Midwest region, investing in our expertise, modernization and capital. To provide the highest quality service and products to our customers. To provide attractive value appreciation to our employee owners. To provide team members a home that enables them to achieve their personal and professional goals.