Undergraduate Horticultural Internship
Monrovia in Dayton, Oregon is currently looking for an Undergraduate Internship Craftsman. This position involves working intensely with all departments developing knowledge and fostering experience for future full-time employment opportunities. The internship will offer insights to careers in propagation, growing, production, transportation, sales & marketing within the nursery industry. Additionally, there will be opportunities to work on projects and visit other nursery related operations at the direction of the Regional Sales Coach.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in an accredited institution pursuing a degree in Horticulture or related field.
- Strong computer skills are required, with MS Office familiarity highly preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication is required.
- Able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds repeatedly, 65 pounds occasionally, and 100 pounds with help.
- Able to carry out movements and repetitive tasks during an 8-10-hour workday which includes but not limited to grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, grasping, squatting, twisting, standing, walking for long periods of time, and lifting above shoulders.
- Must be able to work under inclement weather conditions (hot, cold, and rain).
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
- Must be available to work Monday- Friday- 7:30am to 4pm, with additional hours as necessary.
Desired Skills:
- A desire to exercise and support Monrovia’s vision, mission, and values.
- Flexibility to promote a positive team environment with fellow craftsmen and coaches.
- Punctuality, cleanliness with regards to work area, and organization is highly desirable.
- Exhibit a capacity for innovation and creative problem solving for both business and customer needs.
- Willingness to learn new skills and jobs.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English desirable.