CSS Farms, LLC · 8 hours ago
Intern - Tissue Culture
Colorado City, CO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $18/hrCSS Farms is a multi-state agricultural business with a mission of Growing Great Together. The Tissue Culture Intern will support the Tissue Culture Lab Manager and gain hands-on skills related to greenhouse operations, including lab work, research projects, and educational opportunities.
AgricultureFarmingFood ProcessingOrganic Food
Responsibilities
Support the Tissue Culture Lab Manager with maintenance of the clone bank, containing 300+ varieties
Proper use of aseptic technique, assisting the lab team with the propagation and production of high-quality plantlets for greenhouse needs
Assist in the preparation of media and stock solutions
Assist in the production planning process
Learn and use IVS software system for variety and production management
Observe and collect data of growing conditions of plantlets in tissue culture
Assist with the transfer and preparation of plantlets from the lab to the greenhouse
Learn greenhouse processes in other departments
Take on other tasks and responsibilities as needed
Qualification
Required
Are pursuing an Associates or bachelor's degree in biology, horticulture, plant science, crop science or related field
Preferred
Are generally tech savvy and can use basic software systems such as Excel and Word
Possess excellent organizational and project management skills
Previous lab and/or tissue culture experience
Are an excellent communicator; asking for and valuing positive and constructive feedback in an effort to grow within your role and career
Benefits
Receive a competitive pay package.
Paid Holidays.
Reimbursements for eligible travel expenses.
Participate in real-world applications of Tissue Cultures from a leading, US potato company.
Make valuable contacts within the industry who can assist you with your career development, now and in the future.
Gain an understanding of our NFT greenhouse operation including potato mini-tuber production, employee management, and greenhouse control systems by spending time with site General Manager, as well as Lab, Production and Post-Production Managers.
Housing Provided
Company
CSS Farms, LLC
Committed to Excellence Our Vision Statement: Leading the way in Stewardship and Solutions. Every Field, Every Load. Every Day.
Founded in 1986
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Milt Carter
Retired
Recent News
2023-12-27
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