Costa Farms · 7 hours ago
2026 Summer Internship - Growers
Miami, FL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $20/hr
Start in 2026 SummerCosta Farms is one of the world’s largest horticultural growers, headquartered in Miami, Florida. As a Grower Intern, you will collaborate with the growing team, develop and execute trials on plant varieties, and gain hands-on experience in horticulture and agriculture operations.
Farming
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work with growing team on developing and executing trials on several plant varieties. Gathering empirical data to find solutions to produce better crops
Documenting growing protocols and develop specification sheets to ensure a standardized process
Gain exposure to the day to day operations by assisting the growing teams with the following tasks:
Inspection and document the condition of all incoming young plants
Help scout for insects and diseases in their section
Monitor moisture management of the plants in their section
Keep track of finished weeks of crops in their section
Work with the grower plant maintenance crew daily in their section
Qualification
Required
A rising Senior (graduating by the Summer of the following year)
Be able to attend in-person for 9 weeks at our headquarters in Miami, FL
Include a resume and cover letter with your application
Be a resourceful team player who manages ambiguity and is able to adapt to different situations and people
Demonstrates our humble, hungry, and hustle culture
3.0 GPA
Knowledge or courses taken in the area of discipline
Member of school club(s)
Comfortable with public speaking
Ability to quickly learn new technologies
Preferred
Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred
Benefits
401(k) Plan
Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care
Telemedicine/ Mental Health Services
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)
Growth Opportunities
Challenging and exciting work environment
Costa Farms Scholarship
Employee discounts on plants
On-site gym with showers
Subsidized on-site cafeteria, a quiet room, and indoor games
Love Where You Work activities throughout the year
Company
Costa Farms
Costa Farms operates as a producer of ornamental plants.
Founded in 1961
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2017-07-26Acquired
Leadership Team
Jose "Joche" Smith
CEO
Jesus Gonzalez
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
The Orlando Sentinel
2025-09-21
Google Patent
2025-05-05
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