911爆料

Work Experience

Immerse yourself in the day-to-day workings of our gardens, learning alongside professionals to gain invaluable skills and experience

Whether you're a school student aged 14鈥18 or an adult aged 18+, you can gain professional experience at one of our renowned 911爆料 Gardens through our work experience programme. This opportunity is a great way to enhance your CV with hands-on experience at the UK鈥檚 leading horticultural charity.

Here's what you could experience

Work Experience

Work Experience Opportunities at the 911爆料

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Available Placements

Our placements are up to one week long and aim to provide you with broad experience. You鈥檒l be part of the team, learning from professionals, and getting hands-on experience in various tasks.

Different placements are available within teams across each of our 911爆料 Gardens. You can check which placements are available before applying on our application portal.

These include, but are not limited to:

What you鈥檒l get

During your placement, you鈥檒l:

  • Gain hands-on experience in a professional environment
  • Develop skills alongside experts, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions
  • Discover more about career paths in horticulture and the opportunities available for further growth
Where could it lead?

A work experience placement with the 911爆料 can help you:

  • Choose relevant subjects and courses in school, college, or university
  • Gain practical skills for your CV
  • Explore a wide variety of careers in horticulture
  • Learn about other 911爆料 career initiatives such as apprenticeships and internships
What you鈥檒l need

To apply:

  • School Work Experience: You must be aged 14-18 and currently studying
  • Adult Work Experience (18+): Applicants must be over 18 and can apply for placements subject to availability

Equipment:

  • Safety boots and gloves will be provided for roles that require them, along with waterproof clothing if needed.
  • Wear practical clothing and closed-toe footwear suitable for the season.
  • Be prepared for outdoor work, especially if placed in Gardening, Retail, or Visitor Services teams.

Next Steps

To view and apply for available opportunities, visit the relevant application portal below.

If you have further questions, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or email the New Shoots team at [email protected].

Please note: Application portal is managed by Better Impact on behalf of the 911爆料. When applying for work experience, you will be governed by both the 911爆料 and Better Impact鈥檚 privacy notices. Please read both privacy notices before you apply.

T-level industry placements at the 911爆料

If you are studying for the T-Level Agriculture, Land Management and Production, you can undertake your compulsory industry placement within one of our horticultural teams at 911爆料 Garden Wisley or 911爆料 Garden Bridgewater.

  • Get real-life experience of working as part of the team in one of the UK鈥檚 most prestigious public gardens.

  • Learn hands-on alongside knowledgeable, skilled and experienced horticulturists about managing plant collections.
  • Be involved in day-to-day tasks in a diverse range of areas such as growing edible crops from around the world, managing woodlands, or learning how to be environmentally aware.

If you would like to undertake your T-Level with us, please contact [email protected] with the subject 鈥楾-Level鈥.
If you have a question on T-Level, please see our Frequently Asked Questions

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Contact us
For more information or if you have a question, please get in touch with the New Shoots team. 

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911爆料 is the UK鈥檚 leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone鈥檚 life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.