| Location | Inver Grove Heights, MN |
Gertens Family of Businesses offers an exciting hands-on internship with our Nursery Production team! Get ready to dig in, learn practical horticulture skills, and work alongside industry professionals.
Location: Inver Grove Heights, MN
Duration: May - August 2027
Schedule: Up to 40 hours/week
What You'll Do:
Assist Nursery Production and Growers with trimming, staking, and spacing
Inspect for pests and assist with pesticide applications
Manage water sources and help maintain plant health
Support grading of inventory Collaborate with senior staff on seasonal nursery tasks
Complete an individual intern project and present your results
What You'll Learn / Skills Gained:
Plant care techniques and pest management
Irrigation and inventory management
Team collaboration and mentorship
Project development and presentation skills
Who We're Looking For:
Students in Horticulture, Biology, Natural Resources, Plant Science, Soil Science, Crop Science, Environmental Science, or related fields
Freshman through senior students enrolled in University
Creative, motivated, and excited to learn
Benefits & Perks May Include:
Competitive wages
Flexible schedules (day, evening, weekend)
Tuition Assistance & Scholarship Opportunities
️ Employee discounts & referral bonus
Paid Internship Program
E-Verify:
Gertens participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer