ACL Environmental Plant Science - Summer Internship (Part-time)
ACL Environmental Plant Science - Summer Internship (Part-time)
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Job Description
The Academies of Loudoun is a Loudoun County Public Schools STEM academy whose mission is to empower students to explore research collaborate innovate and to make meaningful contributions to the world in the fields of science technology engineering and mathematics.
Position Overview
We seek motivated high school students to join our team as Environmental Plant Science Summer Intern. This role is an excellent opportunity for students to learn about plant nursery while gaining hands-on experience in a professional setting.
Roles and Responsibilities
The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:
- Assisting in maintaining and cleaning greenhouse
- Watering plants both outside and inside
- Potting and transplanting plants
- Fertigating
- Completing inventories (chemical and hard goods)
- Greenhouse and research lab maintenance and set-up
- Organizing materials
- Working with chemicals under the supervision
- Lifting/moving nursery goods and materials
Qualifications
Below are the qualifications for this position:
- Currently enrolled or recent completion of an ACL pathway high school
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Punctuality and reliability.
- Self-motivated
- Physically capable of working outdoors and lifting 50 lbs
Physical Requirements
The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position:
The work is mostly sedentary with periods of light physical activity and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 50 pounds; climb stairs bend reach hold grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally and to use normal or aided vision and hearing devices.
Reports to:ACL Principal
Salary Level:Band Rates: Band 1 $14.59/hour
Salary Scale: Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Temp
