Internship - Facilities in Newport, Minnesota at Bailey Nurseries

Location: Newport, MN
Duration: 10–15 weeks (Spring/Summer)
Schedule: Full-time, seasonal (40 hours/week)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt – Paid Internship

About the Opportunity:

Are you someone who enjoys building, fixing, improving, and solving problems? Do you want to gain real-world experience working on facility construction, maintenance, and improvement projects while learning from experienced professionals?

Bailey Nurseries is seeking a motivated Facilities Management Intern to join our Facilities team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside skilled tradespeople and facilities professionals, gaining practical experience in project planning, construction, maintenance, repair, and facility operations across our nursery locations.

This is more than an internship. It's an opportunity to develop valuable technical skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and see your work make a lasting impact on our business.

What You'll Do

As a Facilities Management Intern, you'll be actively involved in a variety of projects and day-to-day operations, including:

• Assisting with facility maintenance, repair, construction, and improvement projects across Bailey Nurseries locations
• Working alongside experienced team members to gain exposure to electrical, mechanical, construction, carpentry, and general maintenance work
• Supporting project planning by taking measurements, creating layouts and sketches, developing material lists, and researching project requirements
• Participating in construction, installation, renovation, and repair projects from concept through completion
• Assisting with preventative maintenance programs, facility inspections, troubleshooting efforts, and improvement initiatives
• Helping document completed projects, equipment, measurements, materials, and facility information
• Supporting facility mapping, asset inventory projects, and maintenance documentation efforts
• Learning how facilities teams manage projects, budgets, timelines, and operational priorities

What You'll Learn

This internship provides valuable experience in:

• Facilities Management
• Construction & Carpentry
• Mechanical & Electrical Systems
• Preventative Maintenance
• Project Planning & Execution
• Facility Operations
• Asset Management & Documentation
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting

You'll work on projects that deliver real value to Bailey Nurseries while building skills that will serve you throughout your career.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for curious, hardworking students who enjoy hands-on work and are eager to learn.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Pursuing a degree or technical education in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Agriculture, Industrial Technology, Skilled Trades, or a related field
• Strong interest in construction, facilities, maintenance, or technical operations
• Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn new skills
• Comfort using hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and basic equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively about improvements and solutions
• Ability to read basic drawings, blueprints, diagrams, or technical information
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn project planning, mapping, estimating, or maintenance software
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with experienced professionals
• Self-motivation, initiative, and a positive attitude
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to all safety procedures and PPE requirements

Why Bailey Nurseries?

At Bailey Nurseries, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience while contributing to projects that matter. Our team is committed to helping interns learn, grow, and develop professional skills through real-world work and mentorship.

If you're ready to gain practical experience, build technical skills, and explore a career in facilities management, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of Bailey Nurseries.

The spring internship program begins as early as January and continues through the end of May. This program can be combined with our summer internship program, which ends in August. There is flexibility on the beginning and end dates to accommodate school schedules. This posting remains open year-round, and eligible applicants will be reviewed and contacted prior to the start of the next internship cycle.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

Bailey Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Employment with Bailey Nurseries is at-will and may be terminated at any time by either party, in accordance with applicable law.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR team.