Research team leads 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) . Research team leads will facilitate large ongoing pro

Support all aspects of the visitor experience. This includes on site purchases related to admission, memberships, membership upgrades, tickets for visitor events and programs, and registrations for classes in the Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Interact with visitors using exceptional customer service standards and address their needs promptly

The intern will assist with all aspects of the care, maintenance, and management of the Garden's orchid collection. The intern will work under the direction of the orchid grower and other collections department staff, as needed. The intern will work in a variety of settings including indoor greenhouses, micropropagation laboratory, and an office setting. This ten week pos

We are seeking a dynamic and organized individual to join our team as a development coordinator, Board Operations. This role is crucial to ensuring seamless coordination and support for the Board of Directors, managing various projects, and overseeing writing assignments related to the Garden's initiatives. Responsibilities In this role you will be responsible for the fol

Maintain fountains and pools throughout the Garden. Assist construction manager on various projects as needed. Responsibilities In this role you will be responsible for the following Cleaning debris from fountains & pools. Making sure water levels are correct in fountains & pools. Testing water quality in runnel at Learning Center and adjusting when necessary. Checking fo

This position serves as an integral member of the Development team, responsible for all support related to staff members in strategic and leadership giving, as well as creation and coordination of donor and prospect research. The development coordinator will support the organization's mission and the important role of individual philanthropy in the Garden's accomplishment

The staff accountant supports all strategic and programmatic matters as they relate to accounting, fiscal/grant compliance and budget management, and financial analysis for a variety of federal/ local and private grants. Responsibilities In this role you will be responsible for the following Directly work with program managers to monitor the complete life cycle of local,

Work under supervision in assigned Garden Department while participating in the Veteran Internship Program to create a plan for transitioning to the civilian workforce. We are looking forward to welcoming nine participants to join the program for the 2024 season, anticipated to start mid May through end of August. RESPONSIBILITIES You will work under supervision and recei

The Science Career Continuum seeks two alumni interns to support our 7 week summer programs (June to August, Monday through Friday) for middle and high school students (grades 6 to 12). Gain hands on experience in program management by assisting with attendance tracking, field trip coordination, classroom activities, and ensuring student safety during bus rides. This inte

J oin forces as passionate STEM educators and co teach a transformative summer course at the Chicago Botanic Garden! Empower 20 underrepresented Chicago Public Schools juniors and seniors through a seven week immersive program (June to August, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) alongside a fellow instructor. Collaboratively develop and deliver an engaging environmen

The Windy City Harvest Corps program provides opportunities to individuals who were previously justice involved and veterans in closely mentored, full time, paid transitional jobs and supports them in finding full time, long term employment upon successful completion of the program. Crew members work on Windy City Harvest farm sites Monday through Thursday, gaining hands

The lead botanist will lead a seed collection crew in the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Susanville 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 May 20 October 18, 22 weeks. Responsibilities The primary

The lead botanist will lead a seed collection crew in the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Ukiah 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 September 13, 22 weeks. Responsibilities The primary r

The Lead Botanist will lead a seed collection crew in the BLM Southern Nevada District Office (SNDO). Crew will work four 10 hour days in remote areas to find and collect native seed, while sometimes camping out on hitches due to the large area covered and long travel distances. The Lead Botanist will also be assisting in the following areas at the SNDO Botanical survey a

A Visitor Support Associate is the first person to greet people as they enter the Garden through the Gatehouse. In addition to welcoming staff, visitors and other personnel to the Garden, the Visitor Support Associate will also accurately record attendance figures, perform cash handling functions, and direct people to the correct locations. Responsibilities In this role y