AFE provides students interested in a career in floral operations a unique opportunity to perform a 10-16 week paid internship. Please take a moment to consider a student (or students) who would benefit from such an internship – someone who deserves a special paid opportunity to learn all aspects of retail floral operations, and receive a significant monetary scholarship upon satisfactory completion.
Mosmiller Internship Program – Faculty Information
Deadline for Applications
March 1st and October 1st Each Year
View the ApplicationSponsoring faculty members agree to:
- Submit the completed application and materials (student’s personal statement, transcripts) on behalf of the student, along with a recommendation letter.
- Write a recommendation letter – evaluate applicants carefully and honestly, considering ability, quality of work, and potential as a future member of the floral industry.
- Communicate with students during the internship to ensure a successful internship.
Read Reports from Previous Mosmiller Interns!
Students who perform AFE internships are required to submit a written report at the end of their internship experience. We are pleased to share these reports to allow you to see first hand the wonderful opportunity and important hands-on experience that AFE internships provide!
Looking For Funding?
AFE is committed to supporting research that advances the industry and combats current challenges. This research benefits every segment of the industry. We welcome new research proposal applications by August 1st of each year.
Awarding scholarships for floriculture and horticulture students is a primary function of AFE. We understand the financial burden students face and are doing our part to help! Applications for our over 30 scholarships are due on May 1st of each year.
AFE strongly believes in funding educational programs to promote and strengthen the floriculture industry. The majority of the programs funded are wide-reaching and focus on attracting young people to the industry or are educational endeavors to identify and solve industry needs and/or challenges.