Horticulture Intern
Company: Metrolina Greenhouses Inc.
Location: York
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Are you ready to start a career as a Horticulturist? Come grow
with us! This is an exciting opportunity to work at our facilities
where you can gain hands on experience with leading experts in the
field!The Assistant Grower Intern will have the opportunity to
explore all stages of growing plants from propagation to finish
with a focus on proper nutrients, lighting, and pest management.The
intern in this position needs to be able to work with many kinds of
people and be able to problem solve different situations all while
working in a high energy work environment.Responsibilities:Ability
to understand and carry out daily assignments and priorities from
the grower and other team members.Knowledge of irrigation systems
is preferred. Ability to learn crop needs and be able to adjust
intervals and duration as required. (It is a process we will help
you with during training.)Apply chemical pesticide applications and
growth regulators as directed by the grower and in accordance with
OSHA and company safety procedures. We will provide the appropriate
training and educational sessions to help you accomplish those
goals.Daily assessment of crops to identify any disease, insect
problem or abnormalities. Issues must be reported to the other team
members.Work with growers and the rest of our great team to
identify new ways to improve processes in the areas of logistics
and placement. Test and document new methods.Keep your work area
clean, including walkways and work areas, each
day.Details:Duration: Approximately 8 -12 weeks.Must be currently
enrolled in an accredited college and be a rising senior obtaining
a degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Biology or related fields
preferred.Our internship offers you:Excellent future job
opportunity to return after graduation and grow with our
company.Access to endless library of protocols and procedures for
growing plants.DisclaimerThis job description indicates in general
the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and
other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with
Disabilities Act) expected of people assigned to this position. It
is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
All employees may be required to perform activities outside of
their normal job responsibilities from time to time as needed.EOE -
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin,
age, disability, or veteran status.
Keywords: Metrolina Greenhouses Inc., Rock Hill , Horticulture Intern, Other , York, South Carolina
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