The Department of Plant Sciences actively engages internal and external partners to deliver paid internships and other opportunities to students, as well as jobs to alumni. Many positions below are posted independent of the individual organizations. Please apply using the directions listed.
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Plant Sciences Industry Internships
07/30/26 – Sustainable Agriculture Intern – Aeroponics & Raised Bed Production
- Location: Georgetown, TN area (37336)
- Start Date: Spring 2027
- Position Type: Part-Time / Seasonal (Flexible scheduling around class hours)
- Position Overview:
- Join an innovative, local produce operation specializing in both cutting-edge Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and high-yield outdoor production. This internship offers a unique, dual-discipline experience. You will work directly with commercial aeroponic growing systems as well as intensive raised-bed cultivation.
- What You Will Learn & Do:
- Aeroponic System Operations: Manage specialized water delivery cycles, monitor and balance pH/EC nutrient solutions, and maintain system cleanliness for optimal root health.
- Crop Production: Handle crop cycles from seed to harvest, focusing on leafy greens, herbs, or specialty crops.
- Raised Bed Management: Implement seasonal soil management, integrated pest management (IPM), and crop rotation strategies in intensive outdoor raised beds.
- Data & Environment Tracking: Assist in logging greenhouse climate data, photoperiod schedules, and system metrics to optimize crop yields.
- Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a Horticulture, Agriculture, STEM, or related technical program.
- Strong attention to detail, especially regarding sanitation and system parameters.
- Ability to work both independently in a clean greenhouse environment and outdoors in raised beds.
- Reliable transportation to the Georgetown area.
- Teachability
- Responsibility
- Initiative
- To Apply:
- Email Brad Smith at brad@freshtechgrowers.com
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