Job Description
Internship Program Goal:
Provide a hands-on greenhouse experience focused on production and growing in a commercial greenhouse environment. While the internship is focused on growing and production, we also hope to provide an opportunity for the intern to experience each department within our company with a goal of providing a broad overview of the inner workings of the company.
Internships Dates Offered
Company Overview
Bell Nursery is an innovative wholesale nursery grower in the Central Garden & Pet portfolio and the second largest greenhouse footprint in the nation. We have production facilities in MD, VA, NC, KY, NJ, and Ohio which service Home Depot stores with flowers, plants and trees across 18 states. In 2022 we were awarded, the “Environmental Partner of the Year” and in 2021 the “Supplier of the Year”. We are committed to driving sustainability through our operations, working diligently to provide a safe and healthy work environment, supporting farm communities, and protecting vital environmental resources.
Grower/Internship Position
It is our goal at Bell to provide a rewarding and educational experience to the student/intern. The internship is 3, 4, or 6 month program focused on greenhouse production and is designed for individuals with a serious interest in becoming a commercial grower. The student/intern will primarily be part of the growing and production team but will also be exposed to as many different areas of the business as possible.
College Graduate or Intern should be interested in the technical side of growing and not advancing on a management path.
IMPORTANT!! Bell Nursery does NOT provide housing. Intern housing will be secured by the intern themselves.
College Graduate or Intern Studies
Integrated Pest Management
Intern Requirements
Coursework:
Preferred Job Experience
Agriculture Experience
Skills
Developing Skills, Leadership Activities and Previous Work Experiences :
Intern Project
The student/intern will also be assigned a special project that will benefit both Bell Nursery, as well as be an opportunity for the student to show initiative and achieve a sense of responsibility. While the focus of the internship will be the grower position, the intern will also be exposed to as many facets of the business as possible. The student/intern will interact with managers of each department to learn how each department runs as well as how the different departments interact within the company.
Other Areas May Include
Applications Accepted Until Position Is Filled
Applications should include: a resume, letter of application including statement of background, career goals, and why you are applying for this internship. References are encouraged. Upon receipt of your application, Bell Nursery USA, LLC will contact you with further information regarding the status of your application.
Inquiries may be sent to: connie.hager@bellnursery.com or jay.nordenbrock@bellnursery.com
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