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Job Type:<\/strong> Paid Internship The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) Native Landscapes & Garden Center seeks an energetic and hardworking intern to assist in day-to-day garden and nursery operations and work with our landscape installation and maintenance services.\u00a0 The Native Landscapes & Garden Center offers a unique working environment, as it is a non-profit retail nursery dedicated to landscaping for the improvement of native habitat and wildlife on and around Sanibel and Captiva Islands.<\/p>\n Internship responsibilities will include all aspects of retail nursery operation and plant care, including watering, potting, pruning, weeding, plant propagation, landscape installation\/maintenance, and customer service.\u00a0 In addition, interns will work closely with our gardener to assist in the upkeep of 2 acres of demonstration gardens surrounding the Garden Center.\u00a0 The internship offers the opportunity to obtain in-depth knowledge about South Florida native plants and gain firsthand experience in all aspects of an environmentally friendly garden, nursery, and landscaping business.<\/p>\n Applicants should have a strong interest in plants and conservation, preferably possessing a Bachelor\u2019s degree in horticulture, biology, environmental science, ecology, or a related field. \u00a0The intern should also be able to lift 50 pounds and be prepared to work outdoors in subtropical conditions, including hot temperatures, humidity, and insects.\u00a0 Candidates must also possess a valid U.S. driver\u2019s license. \u00a0Please note that applicants are required to provide their own housing.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Salary Details:<\/strong> Stipend: $440\/week
Deadline:<\/strong> Apr 07, 2023
Duration:<\/strong> \u00a06 months
Deadline:<\/strong>\u00a0 Open until filled<\/p>\n