Horticulture Grower Intern - Hands-On Greenhouse

Ohio Ag Connection; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Green Circle Growers is seeking a Grower Intern to gain hands-on experience in our Midwest greenhouse operations in Ohio. You will work with experienced growing staff on plant care, climate control, and propagation across a large-scale operation.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a horticulture or related program, with a willingness to learn pest scouting and data collection for trials during a dynamic season.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a horticulture or related field program.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn insect and disease scouting practices.
• Ability to utilize academic knowledge to support the Growing team in routine tasks related to crop production.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, physically intensive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant care including watering, spacing pots/trays, and moving tables.
• Gain hands-on experience in managing greenhouse climate conditions to support the growth of a wide variety of plant species.
• Scout crops for insects, diseases, and overall plant health.
• Aid greenhouse research by running plant health trials, collecting data, and assessing the effectiveness of different growing methods and treatments.
• Assist with biological control programs by releasing beneficial insects, monitoring their effectiveness, and recording data to support sustainable pest management practices.
• Support greenhouse upkeep to ensure smooth growing operations.
• Assist with soft chemical applications.
• Maintain compliance with all safety regulations.

Skills

Insect disease scouting

Plant care

Communication skills

Education

Horticulture or related field program

Job description

Green Circle Growers is seeking a Grower Intern to gain hands-on experience in our Midwest greenhouse operations in Ohio. You will work with experienced growing staff on plant care, climate control, and propagation across a large-scale operation.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a horticulture or related program, with a willingness to learn pest scouting and data collection for trials during a dynamic season.