Horticulture Intern

Horticulture InternDoylestown, PA; YMCA Community Garden | Flexible Scheduling; 2-3 times per week | Experiential Internship with E360 Credit Opportunity | End of March/Early April until August/September {weather and harvest depending}Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?We are looking for Horticulture Interns! As our Horticulture interns, you will be tasked with hands-on work in a real growing environment while contributing positively to the community around you. This internship is well-suited for students, emerging horticulturists, or community members seeking practical experience in vegetable production and garden management.Interns will participate directly in day-to-day garden operations while learning to identify, prevent, and manage common vegetable-growing challenges. This role emphasizes learning by doing, observation, and problem-solving in the field.Some rewards for joining our team:E360 Experience CreditsHands-on non-profit experience that helps and feeds our CommunityReal-world experience in life-cycle of plants from starter plants to harvestPractical experience in vegetable bed maintenanceA deeper understanding of common vegetable plant issues and how to address themImproved observational skills related to plant health and growth patternsKnowledge that complements academic or personal gardening interestsWhat is needed for this job as our Horticulture Intern:Basic knowledge of gardening or horticulture practicesFamiliarity with common vegetable crops (Green Peppers, Eggplant, Zucchini, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, and Marigolds) and issues that ariseInterest in hands-on outdoor workConsistency in visiting our community garden 2-3 times a weekAbility to work independently or with other internsCuriosity about plant problem-solving and diagnosticsAbility to pass relevant clearancesThe responsibilities we will trust you with as our Horticulture Intern:Watering and monitoring plant healthPruning and general plant careWeed identification and controlHarvesting vegetables at peak readinessMaintaining and organizing garden bedsWhat you can expect:Support from an amazing teamOpportunities to learn & grow at the YMCABeing a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community strongerYMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to ApplyAfter reading this, if you're thinking this is me- we want to meet you!