Intern/Grower

Full Time

New Jersey

JOB SUMMARY

GeoGreens offers an unpaid, interactive internship in hydroponics while working within our model and toward our core mission. This internship provides an opportunity for learning all aspects of our hydroponics system by working directly with the owner, and seasonal, part-time hydroponic staff, to manage our state-of-the-art indoor warehouse farming operation. Interns should be committed to serving the mission and goals of GeoGreens, while GeoGreens works with interns to develop and reach their own learning objectives and goals.

Core Expectations

Interns will gain experience in hydroponic farming and food safety compliance. Daily and weekly tasks include, but are not limited to,

Assist hydroponic staff in daily operations
Harvest and package produce for shipment
Monitor and maintain plant feeding schedule
Monitor and maintain farm conditions
Scout hydroponic crops for pests and diseases
Implement safety protocols
working within the sales, interaction, and distribution of our produce to customers
Research and special projects
General administrative work
Other duties as assigned
Social Media control
Remote working – TBD

Benefits

Interns will receive ongoing mentoring and training based on their level of desire to succeed within the field and position. We are only able to provide unpaid internships; however, we work with schools to determine grant opportunities to fund internships (if possible) or provide course credit, and would be more than willing to provide a recommendation for future endeavors. Please note, our program can and will transition to a paid internship with the right fit of applicant.

Education and Experience

Interns should be pursuing a degree in water resource management, sustainable energy, environmental studies, horticulture, indoor cultivation, or show/have a specific interest in sustainability and farming. Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills are required. A strong attention to detail and safety compliance are critical.

Internships shall be ongoing including and based on the intern’s availability, and more importantly, their immediate success within their day-to-day schooling. Schedules are flexible during normal hours of operation with a minimum of 10 hours/week desired.

Company Policy/Procedures Compliance

Follow all company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal laws concerning employment to include, but not limited to: I‐9 information, EEOC, Civil Rights and ADA.