Grower Intern

About the Role

LiveTrends is currently searching for a highly energetic, motivated, and creative individual to fill the role of Grower Intern. In this internship, you'll be immersed into LiveTrends culture under the mentorship of cutting-edge horticulture, design, and operations professionals.

Responsibilities

As a Grower Intern at LiveTrends, your responsibilities may include:

• Working with the growing team on development, execution, data collection, and presentation of trials across several plant varieties
• Documenting growing protocols and specification sheets to ensure quality control and standardization
• Gaining exposure to the day-to-day operations by assisting the growing, sourcing, and R&D teams with the following tasks:
  • Inspection and documentation of incoming young plants
  • Inspection and documentation of outgoing finished plants
  • Scouting for pests and diseases
  • Monitoring moisture management
  • Tracking crop finish weeks
  • Working with grower plant maintenance crew daily

Qualifications

• A rising junior or senior pursuing degree in Plant Science, Horticulture, or relevant field
• 3.0 GPA
• Ability to commit to 10-12 week period at 40 hours/week in Orlando, FL area
• An innovative, problem-solving mindset
• Ability to listen, effectively take direction, and learn on the job
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Excellent presentation skills
• Willing to take initiative, work under pressure and navigate tight deadlines
• Ability to withstand Florida summer environment (heat)
• An appreciation for the Florida sun and tropical houseplants

Benefits

• Competitive pay structure
• Matching 401k