The Plant Science and Conservation department is seeking two or three part time research assistants to collaborate on a research project studying lawn alternative plantings. This project is a partnership between the Chicago Botanic Garden and Chicago Park District. The main objectives of the study are (1) to study the potential for lawn alternatives to support diverse pla

Assist Camp Programs in all aspects of management of Camp CBG, with a focus on day to day logistics. Camp CBG is a specialized program of the Education Department that focuses on the development, delivery, and evaluation of outdoor science, nature, art, and food based educational programs for children ages 2 to 15. Responsibilities Prepare equipment and supplies for instr

In this role, you will be responsible for the following Process registrations, memberships, and confirmation notices for all customers who wish to purchased tickets for events or classes at the Chicago Botanic Garden via our ticketing software Galaxy. Educate registrants through the online process for programs which are activated for online registration. Support the subje

The seasonal groundskeeper performs general landscaping and grounds maintenance, consisting primarily of manual labor under the direction of full time horticulture staff; working independently or with a crew. Assist with special projects such as event preparation and support. The work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 6 00 a.m. to 2 30 p.m. There may be occasional e

As an ambassador of the Chicago Botanic Garden and its mission, the tram tour guide will be friendly with an outgoing demeanor and exceptional communications and customer relations skills. The tram tour guide narrates a scripted tour for adults and children while driving a 48 passenger open air tram or walking on designated routes throughout the Garden. As needed, the tra

Instruct half or full day camp programs for children ages 2 to 12 on a part time basis. Programs are hands on, inquiry based, outdoor science experiences. Camp CBG is a specialized program of the Education Department that focuses on the development, delivery, and evaluation of outdoor science, nature, art, and food based educational programs for children. Responsibilities

Assist Camp Programs with daily camper drop off and pick up, serve as an instructional aide, and supervise lunch. Camp CBG is a specialized program of the Education Department that focuses on the development, delivery, and evaluation of outdoor science, nature, art, and food based educational programs for children ages 2 to 15. Responsibilities In this role you will be re

The Science First Program seeks a passionate STEM instructor to co deliver a transformative summer experience for 20 middle school students (grades 7 10) from CPS at the Chicago Botanic Garden. This seven week program, running from June to August, immerses students in the wonders of environmental science through engaging hands on learning. Collaboratively, you'll design a

Windy City Harvest, the urban agriculture division of the Chicago Botanic Garden, delivers the transformative benefits of growing, consuming, and sharing food locally. Our primary location is Farm on Ogden, a community hub and training center in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, with 10 plus additional farm sites on the West and South Sides of Chicago. Windy Cit

The natural resources specialist will work on a native seed collection crew in the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Grand Junction Field Office. Crew will work four 10 hour days in remote areas to find and collect native seed, while generally camping out for 3 consecutive nights due to the large area covered and long travel distances. Duration April 1 October 4, 27 weeks.

The lead botanist will lead a seed collection crew in the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Montrose Field Office. Crew will work four 10 hour days in remote areas to find and collect native seed, while generally camping out for 3 consecutive nights due to the large area covered and long travel distances. Duration April 15 October 11, 26 weeks. Responsibilities The primary

The natural resources specialist will work on a native seed collection crew in the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Montrose Field Office. Crew will work four 10 hour days in remote areas to find and collect native seed, while generally camping out for 3 consecutive nights due to the large area covered and long travel distances. Duration April 15th October 11th, 26 weeks.

These CLM Internship Positions are available through a cooperative agreement with the US Forest Service (USFS), primarily scouting and making collections of native seed on Forest Service land. These collections will be utilized for important Native Plant Materials Development projects, such as seed increase programs and restoration of disturbed areas. When not scouting or

Summer researchers will contribute to a research group () in western Minnesota. The Echinacea Project investigates how small population size and reduced genetic diversity influence individual fitness, population demographics, plant insect interactions and evolution in the purple coneflower, Echinacea angustifolia . They will collect data for several long term research pro

The Rocky Mountain Research Station (RMRS), in cooperation with the Chicago Botanic Garden, is recruiting one (1) CLM Intern, Grassland Plant Ecology. This intern will be based at the Rapid City, South Dakota, office of RMRS and will work on Buffalo Gap National Grassland, which is administered by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). This position is funded for 18 weeks with a