Green Infrastructure & Arbor Care Apprenticeship
Paid training for green careers in Richmond
Grow in-demand skills while improving local parks, vacant land, and community green spaces. Apprentices earn industry-recognized certifications, gain hands-on experience, and receive job placement support.
Launch your green career
- Paid training over 4 months (classroom + field)
- Interview Held: July 27-31st
- Notice of Acceptance: August 3rd
- Schedule: Average 32 hours/week
- Who’s eligible? Ages 18-24
- Starting Pay: $12.77/hour
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Program Dates: August 25th - December 11th
Courses/Skills
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Tree Care & Chainsaw Safety
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OSHA 10 & HAZWOPER 40
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Green Infrastructure Certification
- First Aid/CPR
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Pre-employment & Life Skills
- Experience on City & partner projects
Earn While You Learn
Certifications, coaching, and fieldwork that open doors.
Questions? Contact kate@groundworkrva.org
We are part of the Cool the City Coalition.
This project has been funded in part by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
