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)

  • Who’s eligible? Ages 18-24

  • Starting Pay: $12.77/hour

  • Dates: March 16 - July 3

  • Schedule: Average 32 hours/week

Apply by March 2nd!
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Courses/Skills

  • Tree Care & Chainsaw Safety

  • OSHA 10 & HAZWOPER 40

  • Green Infrastructure Certification

  • First Aid/CPR

  • 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.   
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This project has been funded in part by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.   
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