Summer Internship 2024 Visalia, CA (Agriculture)

About Us

At Monrovia we are dedicated to creating a more beautiful world by selecting and growing plants of superior quality.  We know that creating a beautiful garden or landscape is about connecting to the beauty of nature.  We use our hearts, minds, and hands to nurture plants for all types of landscapes. Our passion for plants, use of natural processes, and our years of experience result in plants that enable consumers to achieve a landscape of exceptional beauty and share in the joy that comes from creating healthy living spaces. 

About the Role

The Monrovia Internship Program is back!  If you are majoring in Ornamental Horticulture or a related field, have a passion for plants, and love to learn, then we would love for you to join us.  As a Monrovia Intern, you will learn from our experienced Craftsmen in this 9-week hands-on program held at all of our nurseries (Visalia, CA; Dayton, OR; Cairo, GA; and Granby, CT) beginning in June and ending in August. 

What You'll Do

• You'll work in all areas of the nursery so that you can gain an understanding of what it takes to Grow Beautifully.  The work will include spending time in propagation, canning, pruning, assembling of orders, shipping, research, and sales. 
• Besides the nursery experience, you'll also spend time in classroom learning and a scheduled field trip. 
• You'll learn from our experienced craftsmen. 
• You'll support our company values in the way you communicate with your fellow craftsmen. 

Who You Are

• You are pursuing a degree in Ornamental Horticulture or a related field or have experience, or knowledge of the horticulture industry and want to learn more.
• You are excited to learn.
• You are open to feedback and communicate well verbally and in writing. 
• You are able to work Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm and ½ day on Saturdays.
• You're able to maneuver around the office and nursery, can lift up to 35 pounds, and can perform repetitive moments like squatting, bending, reaching, pulling, and pushing, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• You are interested in career opportunities with Monrovia after your internship is completed. 

How to Apply

• Apply on-line.
• Provide a cover letter which includes: 1) any horticultural industry affiliation you may have, e.g., FFA, horticultural clubs, etc., and 2) if you already know where your passion lies, let us know if you are more interested in operations or sales.
• Spots are limited so apply early.

Benefits at Monrovia

• As an Intern, you'll be paid $16.00 per hour. 

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Sandra Colletti at sandra.colletti@monrovia.com.

Monrovia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.  We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.