Get experience

There are many opportunities available for students at Kew. Students are encouraged to get involved in aspects of Kew that hold particular interest for them. Staff aim to help wherever possible to broaden everyone's experience at Kew, including traineeships, apprenticeships and internships.

Paid work experience - library and archives

Paid work experience

Apply for paid work experience at Kew.


Potting seeds in one of Kew's nurseries

Work experience for 15-17 year olds 

Horticultural work experience placements at Kew Gardens, and science placements at the Millennium Seed Bank at Wakehurst Place.


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