Be A Part Of Our Team
As we continue to grow, Loma Vista Nursery strives to maintain the family foundation upon which it was built. At Loma Vista, the goal is for all employees to identify with and participate in the success of the Loma Vista organization. It is important that each and every member of the Loma Vista family takes pride in the product we offer and the service we provide. Employment benefits include 401K plans, health insurance, paid holidays and paid vacation.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
We are always looking for qualified professionals to join our family. If you are interested in employment opportunity with Loma Vista, you can Download an application and fax to (785) 229-7201 or send a resume and cover letter to leanne@lomavistanursery.com.
LOMA VISTA NURSERY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Loma Vista Nursery is committed to giving back to the green industry. We believe that young people are the future of our business. By offering students an opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals, they will be able to apply their learned knowledge in this ever-changing commerce. Our internship program offers an opportunity to learn the nursery business through hands-on work experience. We are currently offering paid internships at our Ottawa location. Loma Vista Nursery is located in Franklin, Douglas and Johnson counties in Kansas.THE PROGRAM
Loma Vista’s internship program includes field-trips, shadowing opportunities, and hands on experience in production, propagation, planting, tree care and maintenance, distribution, shipping/receiving, canning, management and sales.
QUALIFICATIONS
All students at two or four-year universities are encouraged to apply. Preferred students are majoring in ornamental horticulture or related field and have completed sophomore year. A strong desire to learn from an industry leader, commitment to learning, motivation and strong communication skills are important qualities of all Loma Vista team members. Interns who excel will be invited back or offered full-time employment.
SPECIFICS
The program is available from March through August and is flexible to meet the needs of each individual. Although we feel at least 10 weeks are required for proper experience, shorter internships can be arranged. The work week is Monday through Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm with an opportunity for additional hours. Interns are responsible for providing their own housing and transportation.
TO APPLY
If you are interested in being considered for Loma Vista Nursery’s internship program please complete an employment application and send all required documentation listed below via email to leanne@lomavistanursery.com.
Or mail hard copies to 1107 E 23rd Street, Ottawa, KS 66067.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Supplemental Information
- Copy of official College transcript
- Letter of recommendation from a former employer or a recent supervisor
