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Turfgrass Agronomist Intern

Program Overview 

This unique internship program with the country's largest supplier of lawn and landscaping services will link students with one of our 14 Regional Technical Managers who are experts in the field of agronomy, horticulture, business processes, industry trends and regulatory affairs. Based on your location, interns will be paired with the most suitable mentor who’s mission is to expose you to their job, as well as the many departments and functions within TruGreen. The goal is to build your knowledge of the inner workings of a successful Green Industry company. 

Your 10-week program is intended to engage and expose you to as many passionate leaders and associates as possible within multiple levels of the organization.  

Meaningful Internship Journey Activities 

  • Participation in Rotational Activities Designed To Gain Exposure To Multiple Levels / Departments Within The Organization (i.e. Service, Science, Product, Procurement, HR, etc.) 
  • Assists in Development of Agronomic and Horticultural Updates Based on Seasonal Needs 
  • Taking on an Independent Project that Helps Drive Company Innovation   
  • Assists with Branch Product Usage Reporting and Analysis 
  • Assists with Science-Based Field Training Programs 
  • Assists with Technical Writing & Editing Projects  (i.e. Blog, Marketing Material, Website, Customer literature and Industry Publications). 
  • Assists with Regulatory Compliance Audits 
  • Opportunity to Collaborate in Cross-Functional Workgroup Projects 
  • Engagement With Regional, Departmental and Executive Leadership  
  • Participation in Field Based Activities (i.e. customer visits, field inspections, compliance checks) 

Intern Qualifications 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Windows: PowerPoint, Word Excel and MS Teams 
  • Must be at Least Incoming Junior Status B.S. 
  • Good Interpersonal Skills 
  • Successfully Completed At Least 2 Courses Focused on Turfgrass Science or Horticultural Science