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Internships, Jobs

Nursery Associate- Earth Sangha

Are you passionate about native plants? Are you looking for an opportunity to advocate for native plants in the landscape?
Earth Sangha is looking for a nursery associate! In this position, you would help with conservation and propagation in their Wild Plant Nursery, which is the region’s largest local ecotype plant propagation effort! The nursery associates day to day responsibilities include the care and propagation of native plants, the overall organization of the Wild Plant Nursery, and working with plant passionate volunteers!

They’re looking to hire someone for this position to start this summer. It is a permanent part-time position that includes health insurance, retirement, and accrued paid time off with a salary of $18/hour.

Nursery Associate Listing

To apply, email Matt Bright at mbright@earthsangha.org with a C.V. and, optionally, a cover letter

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Residential Landscape Gardener- Private Estate

Are you looking for a part-time seasonal job to help fulfill your HRT 297 Cooperative Internship requirement? Or possibly looking for a good entry-level position to help you build upon the skills you’ve learned so far at NOVA? Even if you aren’t looking for those reasons, there is a fantastic opportunity every student should look at! Our very own Rasa Cikotas is seeking help on her 3-acre homestead in Chantilly this summer! This position will help beautify, maintain, and enhance using permaculture, organic, and all-natural gardening methods.

Approximate Time Commitment
March-May = 2 Days Per Week
June – Oct = 1 Day Per Week

Part-Time Gardener for a Residential Landscape

Please reach out via email to introduce yourself and share what excites you about this opportunity – Rasacikotas@gmail.com

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Market Manager and Outreach Coordinator- Loudoun Valley Homegrown Markets Cooperative

Loudoun Valley Homegrown Markets Cooperative, who are responsible for hosting and executing the Leesburg, Cascades & Gilbert’s Corner farmers markets, is looking to fill positions for the upcoming farmer market season! They are looking for a Market Manager and an Outreach Coordinator! The LVHMC’s mission is to promote local, sustainable, and organic agriculture, increase economic opportunities for farmers and small food businesses, offer experiential learning about and access to healthy local foods, and build a vibrant gathering place for residents and visitors.

The Market manager will work with vendors, consumers, community partners, and the board of directors to support the mission & vision of LVHMC.

The Outreach Coordinator will work along with our Market Coordinator to execute the day-to-day operations of the cooperative and support LVHMC’s mission and vision.

If either of these opportunities interest you, don’t hesitate to apply! The farmers’ market season is almost in full swing!

https://www.loudounfarmersmarkets.org/work-with-us

To apply visit the website above, or send an email to info@loudounfarmersmarkets.org with the subject line: “I’d like to apply for the position of Market Manager for Leesburg!” or “I’d like to apply for the position of Outreach Coordinator!” that includes a copy of your resume, a cover letter, and a list of three professional references!

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Head Gardener- Downtown Greens

Downtown Greens in Fredricksburg, VA is looking to fill its head gardener position! This position is part-time, so it’s perfect for people still looking for something to fulfill their HRT 297 cooperative education requirement. The head gardener will oversee the maintenance of Downtown Green’s 2.8-acre public garden space. Their ideal candidate has experience with organic gardening, outdoor education, food production, and working with people from diverse backgrounds. People with strong organizational, planning, and multitasking skills with enthusiasm for biodiversity, urban gardening, and permaculture would also be considered ideal applicants.

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity! You can apply by submitting both a resume and cover letter to admin@downtowngreens.org, Indeed, or LinkedIn.

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Multiple Positions- Legacy Farms

Are you looking to make a difference in your position? are you neurodiverse? If you are, take a look at these positions that came in from Legacy Farms located outside of Leesburg, VA.
Legacy Farms is a 501(c)3 non-profit with gardens on the grounds of Temple Hall Farm Regional Park and Fabbioli Cellars, just outside of  Leesburg. Our neurodiverse team of staff, mentors, and apprentices grow and deliver herbs, flowers, and vegetables to area businesses, CSA customers, and food pantries. The nonprofit offers a vocational training program for neurodivergent individuals ages 16 and up, focused on mentoring job skills, increased self-awareness, and personal development. Legacy Farms is launching a profit-focused flower business based on its two-year track record of delivering a robust floral CSA called Legacy Blooms. The objective of this floral business, over time, will be to generate revenue sufficient to self-fund the nonprofit’s vocational training programs and goals for supporting neurodiversity.

Legacy Farms – Assistant Farm Program Manager Job Description – Part-time – 2023

Legacy Farms – Farmer_Gardener Job Description – Part-time – 2023

Legacy Farms – Mentor Job Description 2023

3 – Legacy Farms – Bouquet Production Assistant Job Description – 2023

 

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Part-Time Gardener- Metro Gardenworks

Are you looking for some part-time work to gain experience or extra cash? Want to work at a NOVA Horticulture Technology Alumni business? If you said yes to either of those statements, then I have the opportunity for you!

NOVA Horticulture Alumni Maraea Harris started her own business called Metro Gardenworks and needs your help as a part-time gardener!

https://www.metrogardenworks.com/

Hours are variable and somewhat seasonal but range from 8-15 hours a week but could be more during the busier spring/summer season. There are fewer hours in winter but unless it is raining or there is snow on the ground, there is still work that can be done. Hours may be able to be tailored around school/child care schedules. Pay is $18/hr with tools and uniform needs provided. You will need to provide transportation to and from the job site. Many sites are in the Reston/Vienna area and others in the DC/Arlington/Alexandria area.


Interested candidates please send an email to Maraea at info@metrogardenworks.com

https://www.metrogardenworks.com/

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NOVA Corps- Paid Student Interns

Orginally submitted to the Daily Flyer by:
Dr. Linda Barthelus, Director of College Call Center, LBarthelus@nvcc.edu

NOVA Corps, a paid student internship program through the vice president of enrollment management and student success (VPEMSS) is recruiting current students to help prospective, new, and current students start and finish strong at NOVA. The mission of NOVA Corps is to develop NOVA students’ professional job skills while also providing peer-to-peer support.

Student interns will perform a variety of customer-service duties in support of educational programs, including providing general information to students on a variety of programs, activities and procedures related to admissions, enrollment, college programs and activities. They will work primarily in person (face to face), as well as through telephone, email and/or online chat. They will be trained to provide information on NOVA’s application for admission, registration and general financial aid processes, assistance in navigating the student information system (SIS) and Canvas. They will also assist with campus tours, virtual lobby, new student orientation, etc.

Interns should be able to provide courteous, friendly and knowledgeable service to other students. They will be trained to provide clear, consistent, up-to-date and accurate information. They will attend team meetings, read emails and the College website and utilize current job aids.

There will be a mandatory, one-week on-site training located in NOVA’s Fairfax, Va. offices.

Benefits: 

  • Gain valuable work experience while you learn
  • Develop leadership, communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills that prepare you for jobs after college
  • Help fellow students start strong and succeed at NOVA
  • Paid internship: $18 per hour
  • Flexible part-time work schedule, 20 hours per week
  • Casual dress code with free NOVA t-shirts

Learn more: Click this link to log into Career Connections and apply.

 

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Part-Time Facilities- St. Veronica Parish

The Facilities Department at St. Veronica Parish, 3460 Centreville Rd., Chantilly, is looking for part-time help. The hours are from 12:00-4:00 pm, Monday – Friday. Duties include cleaning, light maintenance, snow removal, and light landscaping. Candidate must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds. To apply, please contact Mr. Doug Munger, Facilities Manager, at 703-773-2008 or dmunger@stveronica.net

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Part-Time Positions at Lake Ridge Nursery

Live in the Woodbridge or Lake Ridge area? Lake Ridge Nursery is a family-owned small business. They are hiring for part-time positions for the upcoming fall season.

Requirements:
-able to lift 50 lbs minimum
-able to work weekends and holidays
-able to work outside
-good customer service

Starting pay is $11. No prior experience is necessary. Positions are seasonal.

Applications can be downloaded from our website at www.lakeridgenursery.net
Applications must be submitted in person.
Questions can be answered at 703-590-0178

Address: 3705 Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge VA 22192

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Garden Specialist- Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Want to work at one of NVCC Horticulture’s favorite local botanical gardens? Well now’s your chance! Meadowlark Botanical Gardens located in Vienna, VA is looking to hire a Garen Specialist! Many Horticulture Department Alumni have grown their careers here, and you could be next!

Garden Specialist- Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

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