Additional Information for Internships
Payment and Housing
As full-time staff members of the University of Pennsylvania,
interns work a 40-hour week at an
hourly rate of approximately $9.18.
Interns must commit themselves for the full year term.
Arboretum staff assists the interns in finding housing by providing a list of nearby moderately priced possibilities. Occasionally there are opportunities for interns to live with hosts and exchange work around the home of their hosts for reduced rent.
To start your housing search, check out: www.craigslist.org, www.4wallsinPhilly.com, www.chestnuthilllocal.com
Benefits
Interns receive health, dental, and vision benefits through the University of Pennsylvania.
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Interns earn academic credit hours each semester. Click Here
Additional benefits include paid vacation time, sick days, and several paid holidays. An administrative vacation for all staff and interns is provided between Christmas and New Year's Day.
More Opportunities to Grow
Interns are eligible for additional tuition benefits at the University of Pennsylvania, Chestnut Hill College, and Temple University's Ambler Campus .
Sign-up to take free Arboretum classes from our seasonal course brochure! Click Here
All interns are encouraged to attend Arboretum-sponsored conferences and symposia that they find of interest and that will further their professional development. Click Here
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