Horticulture Intern
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center (CNC) is a private non-profit nature center located 5 miles north of Hastings, MN on the scenic St. Croix River. Its mission is to develop and enhance appreciation for the natural world through quality environmental education, conservation practices, and outdoor experiences for visitors of all ages and capabilities. The site consists of 725 acres of diverse habitats on both the Minnesota and the Wisconsin sides of the river including a hands-on Visitor Center and 15 miles of hiking trails.
Position Description:
Horticulture Interns receive training from professional horticulturists. Interns are involved in the day to day management of an operating apple orchard utilizing Integrated Pest Management techniques. Interns also assist with managing invasive species and maintaining a variety of gardens at the Center, including water gardens, flower gardens, rain gardens and memorial gardens.
Benefits:
Benefits include professional training and regular evaluations, hands-on work experience, academic credit (optional), on-site housing and a $150 weekly reimbursement for each full time intern.
Qualifications:
CNC is seeking interns who have a desire to pursue a career in horticulture, have a general knowledge of natural history, have an ability to relate well to all kinds of people, are self-motivated and reliable, and have excellent written and oral communication skills. Hiring preference is given to junior or senior students who are pursuing a degree in a related field.