General Employment

The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens is a part of the Recreation and Events Department for the City of Cheyenne. All open positions for the gardens will be posted to the City of Cheyenne website. Internship applications for the summer of 2025 are now open.

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Executive Director - Friends of the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Foundation

There is a new vacancy for the Executive Director role with the Friends of the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Foundation. If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please review the details below and get in touch!

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Summer Internships

Each Summer the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens offers three summer internship positions. These positions focus on public gardens, landscape maintenance, design, greenhouse sciences, conservatory care as well as education and programming for adults and children. We are looking for highly motivated, personable, and bright individuals interested in working in horticulture or public gardens. Applicants must be in good physical health, able to communicate well, and have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

We do our best to provide housing for our interns for the duration of the summer. Interns are paid $15/hour, for 40 hours a week. Interns are expected to work weekends.

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Meet the 2025 Interns

Cheyenne Botanic Garden interns are a vital part of our horticulture team. They seed, transplant, plant, water, weed, and perform all kinds of gardening and horticulture task. They work hard in our short Wyoming growing season to help create beautiful gardens and displays. Each of them completes a project that has lasting impact on our operations. Along the way, our interns learn all about public horticulture and form lasting professional relationships.

Karlie Carter

Hi I’m Karlie! I am a senior at Northern Michigan University studying Outdoor Recreation Leadership and Management. In my free time you can find me enjoying a cup of coffee, playing outside or strumming my guitar. I am super excited to spend the summer in Cheyenne and expand my horticulture knowledge!

 

Caroline Hansen

Hi, I’m Caroline, and I just graduated from the University of Wyoming with my B.S. in Biology and Botany. I hope to pursue a career in botanical sciences. I have a passion for education and, of course, plants! In my free time, I love painting, baking, gardening, and hiking. I am super excited to spend my summer in Cheyenne and gain more experience in the gardens!

 

Abigail Williams

I’m Abi Williams, a rising senior at Oklahoma State University studying horticulture business. I’m passionate about the connection between plants and people, always eager to learn, grow, and make a positive impact. I care deeply about environmental stewardship and love exploring ways to make horticulture more sustainable. This summer, I’m excited to gain hands-on experience, connect with others in the industry, and contribute to a greener future!

 

Sydney Simmons

Hi, I’m Sydney! I am an upcoming senior at Oklahoma State University studying horticultural science. I enjoy running and working out in my free time as well as spending time with my dog, Goose. I love the outdoors, plants (obviously), and taking Goose for walks. I can be quiet and reserved at first but it takes me no time to come out of my shell. I look forward to spending my summer at the Botanic Garden and meeting everyone!

 

Moriah Smith

Hi, I’m Lesley Moriah Smith! I’m 28 years old and I live in Opelika, Alabama. I’m currently obtaining my degree in Business Management-Accounting and have past education experience in Wildlife Ecology and Management as well as Project Management. I love being outdoors, hiking, camping, and fly fishing. I am so very excited to explore the natural beauty of Wyoming this summer!