Permanent Staff or Student Work Positions
Lyon Staff Positions
We currently do not have any staff positions open at this time.
Student Work Positions
Native Forest Restoration Apprenticeships: Applications are now open for two part-time student positions, running from Spring 2025 through Fall 2026 (approximately two years). These positions offer a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience in native forest restoration at the U.H. Arboretum and Research Unit while pursuing your education. Although the jobs are in different departments, there may be some overlap between the departments to complete the assigned tasks.
Available positions:
- Greenhouse Assistant: Experience gained in native seed collection, propagation, & potting in a greenhouse
- Grounds and Collections Assistant: Involved in maintaining grounds and managing plant collections – invasive species removal, site preparation, planting, and monitoring.
Details:
- Pay: $17.55/hour
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 15–20 hours per week during the semester, with the potential to work up to 40 hours per week during summer and winter breaks.
To apply: Go to the SECE website.
- Greenhouse Postion – Type in Job #128445
- Ground Position- Type in Job #1880
Internships
Lyon Arboretum hosts internship opportunities with various departments in the summer but may have other opportunities during the year. A link to the application for these positions will be available here when we are accepting applications. Please follow our social media accounts (Facebook and Instagram) for news of internship postings. Mahalo!
Places we post employment opportunities
In addition to our website, opportunities for employment at Lyon Arboretum are posted on the following websites. Application procedures may vary so please be sure to read all instructions carefully before submission. Please check each site regularly for updated information.