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Turfgrass Management Intern (Summer 2025)- COLLEGE CREDIT ONLY

Intern Maintenance MLS

Job Description

Nashville SC is looking for highly motivated college students interested in being a part of the Major League Soccer team in Nashville. The ideal candidates will demonstrate initiative, the ability to multi-task, a willingness to learn and a positive attitude.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Assist with the maintenance/preparation of all athletic facilities for practices, competitions, and special events. Assist in the execution of the turf management maintenance schedule. 
  • Assist with irrigation repairs, painting, fertilizer/seed applications, and field renovations. 
  • Assist with equipment including mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, hand and power tools, utility vehicles, tractors, spreaders, aerifiers, and others pertaining to turfgrass maintenance. 
  • Learn to execute sound cultural practices to ensure turfgrass health and athlete safety. 
  • Learn to identify and address turf issues and scheduling conflicts. Learn to operate irrigations system and schedule irrigation cycles by monitoring weather conditions and fertility plan. 
  • Learn to conduct irrigation walkthroughs to ensure the accurate operation of the irrigation system and execute winterization of the system. 
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
  • Possess strong “start to finish” mentality with solid organizational skills which pay attention to detail. 
  • Ability to be on your feet for sustained hours at a time. 
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. 
  • Highly motivated with excellent communication skills. 
REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Enrolled in a two- or four-year turf program or related field and eligible for college credit. 
  • Be able to lift 50 lbs. 
  • Available 20-25 hours per week.
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