How much funding does Mosmiller Internship Program provide?

Mosmiller Internship Program provides $2,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Mosmiller Internship Program?

The deadline is October 1, 2026.

Mosmiller Internship Program

American Floral Endowment

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

$2,000

Deadline

October 1, 2026

162 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Mosmiller Internship Program

Overview: AFE provides students interested in a career in floral operations a unique opportunity to perform a paid 10-16 week internship in wholesale, retail, or allied trade companies. Upon successful completion, students receive a $2,000 cash scholarship.

Geographic Scope: United States (training locations away from home/school preferred)

Focus Areas:

Floral retail operations

Wholesale operations

Allied trade companies

Hands-on experience in retail, wholesale, and trade sectors

Eligibility:

Full-time, undergraduate students

Currently enrolled in a floriculture/environmental horticulture or business program at a 2- or 4-year college/university in the U.S. with a recognized floriculture program

Maintain a "C" or better GPA with satisfactory progress in degree or certificate program

Demonstrate outstanding potential and serious interest in a floral industry field

Internship Details:

Duration: 10-16 weeks (spring or fall preferred; summer allowed with valuable experience)

Paid by employer at fair market wage (not less than hourly minimum wage)

$500 of internship award available in advance for travel and relocation costs

Transportation costs to and from location are student's responsibility (less $500 advance)

Students must agree to fulfill employer responsibilities

Students must submit 500-word report evaluating experience within 30 days of completion

What They Fund:

Internship placement and coordination

Scholarship upon satisfactory completion

Travel/relocation advance ($500)

What They Don't Fund:

Full travel/relocation costs (student responsible, though $500 advance provided)

Housing rental (employer helps locate reasonably priced housing but is not responsible for rent)

Contact:

Phone: (703) 838-5211

Email: afe@endowment.org

Address: 1001 North Fairfax St., Suite 201, Alexandria, VA 22314

Background: Established program connecting students with industry mentors for practical experience in floral operations.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Student Application Steps:
- Complete online application form
- Provide faculty member with electronic copy of application for signature
- Submit complete packet to AFE by deadline (March 1 or October 1)

2. Required Materials:
- Completed online application form (signed by faculty member)
- Personal statement explaining reasons for applying
- Official school transcripts from all institutions attended
- Letter of recommendation and endorsement by faculty member
- Faculty member signature on application

3. Faculty Responsibilities:
- Submit completed application and all materials on behalf of student
- Write recommendation letter evaluating applicant's ability, quality of work, and potential
- Communicate with student during internship to ensure success
- Submit by deadline (March 1 or October 1)

4. Timeline:
- Training must be started within 12 months of application date
- Report due within 30 days of internship completion

5. Post-Internship:
- Submit 500-word written report evaluating internship experience
- Reports shared with board, employer, and used for program promotion

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