Video submission questions

1. Introduce yourself! PLEASE Tell me about you, things you lOVE, ANY hobbies, HOPES AND DREAMS etc.

2. Do you have ANY floral experience? If so, Where and when? List your experience, PLEase be specific. 

3. What floral items are you the most confident In buildING? PLEASE DESCRIBE WHY. 

4. What floral items are you the least confident IN MAKING? PLEASE DESCRIBE WHY.

5. Are you willing to work long hours, STAND FOR long hours, and work at late hours or early hours? (flowers are live product which causes major time constraints and HARD Schedules).

6. DO YOU HAVE ANY FOOD ALLERGIES? FLOWER ALLERGIES? 

7. How do you deal with constructive criticism AND correction?

8. Do you work well under pressure/time constraints? Are you good at solving problems under pressure? Give an example of a time you have worked well under pressure. 

9. Are you a fast learner, and willing to get out of your comfort zone?

10. Why do you want to learn specifically from Flora and Fern? 

11. Will you be fully dedicated to this internship through the months of MAY - September? 

12. ARE YOU WILLING TO SIGN A CONTRACT IF YOU ARE SELECTED FOR THE INTERNSHIP?

13. What are you looking to gain from this internship experience?

14. WHY DO YOU want to be a florist? What are your future plans for your floral career?  (do you want to own a business, work at a shop, freelance, etc. ?)

15. What makes you the best fit for thE internship? WHY SHOULD WE CHOOSE YOU TO BE ONE OF OUR 2024 INTERNS?

SUBMIT a video of yourself answering the questions below to hellO@floraandfernco.com

Applications and videos must be submitted BY APRIL 5TH!

QUestions:

Thank you for your submission! I will be reviewing candidates UP until MIDDLE OF MARCH. FOLLOWING REVIEW, INTERNS WILL Be announced.

internship experiences

"The Flora and Fern Co. internship was something I decided to do impulsively, and it ended up being one of the best decisions I could’ve made for my life. If you’re even remotely thinking about starting your own floral business, I couldn’t recommend this experience more! This internship offers a fully immersive experience that helps you understand exactly what owning a floral business entails. Megan takes you through every step of the process—from reciping arrangements and pulling florals at the local markets to designing and placing floral pieces on wedding days. During the internship, you'll learn Megan's process and design techniques for building bridal bouquets, bridesmaids, bud vases, ikebana’s, table centerpieces, etc., which is so incredibly valuable. There’s an art to floral design, and learning from Megan all summer was a game-changer for my floral career moving forward. One of the most valuable aspects of this internship is learning about the back-end side of owning a floral business. Megan shares all her knowledge and expertise from years of experience in her own business, covering everything from finances to client relations and social media. By the end of the internship, I felt so confident in taking the leap to start my own business because of all the tools and knowledge I gained over the summer. Megan truly wants you to succeed and helps guide you through the entire process of starting your business—she’s awesome! And seriously, if you want to meet some of the best people and have the most fun summer, I couldn’t recommend this enough. The floral community is amazing, and I feel so lucky to have had the chance to meet so many incredible people. I’ve made some of my closest friends, and I can’t imagine my life without them. The internship is a lot of work and time, but it’s also fulfilling, fun, and something I would ABSOLUTELY do again in a heartbeat!

"I can confidently say that applying for the Flora + Fern Co. internship was the best decision I made for myself. During the internship Megan provides you with the best environment possible to grow as a florist! She teaches you everything from the basics of wiring a ranunculus, to her advance mechanics behind building a bridal bouquet. She fully immerses you in the life of a successful florist! Megan not only shows you what it takes to be an accomplished business owner and the amount of work it takes in this industry, but she provides you with all the tools you need. From market days, to creating wedding recipes in the studio, to diving deep into the finances of creating a business, and so much more! She provides you with everything you need to be successful! Still to this day she helps me with any and all questions I have regarding my business. I wouldn’t be where I am without her and this internship. The internship will introduce you to the reality of being a thriving florist, you will find out what your limits are, and you will be pushed to believe in yourself! It allows you to grow so much as a florist and even more as a person. If I could go back and relive it all again I would in a heartbeat! I gained my best friends from this experience and a lifetime of knowledge! It is 100% worth it!!!

RAINA

MAKAYLA

introducing RAINA, AUBREY and MAKAYLA

Her thoughts on the experience:

Her thoughts on the experience:

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2024 

These three were absolute rockstars this year! They all grew and learned so much, and I couldn't be more proud!

When I started my internship with Flora and Fern I had basically zero experience, and now I have the tools to pursue my own business! Working with Megan was amazing as she has so much passion for what she does as well as a love for teaching. Even now when I reach out to her with any questions she is more than happy to help, which really shows how dedicated she is to her interns! This internship requires a ton of hard work but is 1000% worth every second. It’s one of the best experiences you’ll ever have if you dedicate yourself and try to learn as much as you can. The last thing to highlight is the sense of community you gain. Community is everything in the floral world and you’ll get the opportunity to make some amazing friends and valuable connections! Overall it was such a fun and rewarding experience!

AUBREY

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internship experiences

"Being a summer intern for Flora and Fern co was the best decision I could have made for my career. Megan is such a knowledgeable and kind person, and shares every detail of information during this internship that you need to succeed in the flower world. 

My list of positives could go on and on, but here's just a few reasons I loved this summer.

•hands on experience
•backend process and client "onboarding"
explanation and practice 
•so many new industry connections 
•shared all the tools needed to start a business 
•new best friends 

If you are on the fence about this internship, take the jump! You get out what you put into the summer and I can not recommend learning with Megan enough. I was able to start my business as soon as the Internship was over and Megan helped me every step of the way."

"I recently completed an internship with Flora and Fern Co. and it was the best summer experience I could’ve asked for! One of the most valuable aspects of the internship was the hands-on experience I gained. With Megan’s guidance, I learned how to create everything from bridesmaid bouquets to big installations projects; and each day brought new challenges and opportunities to refine my skills. What truly sets this internship apart is the sense of community! Despite the fast-paced nature of the industry, everyone took the time to mentor and support one another. I felt like a valued member of the team, and my contributions were always appreciated! The internship provided insight into the business side of floristry. I gained an understanding of inventory management, client relations, and the importance of attention to detail in every aspect of the business. Beyond the technical skills, the internship fostered my creativity and allowed me to express myself through flowers. There's something magical about bringing joy to others through the beauty of nature, and I felt privileged to be a part of that process. Overall, my internship with Flora and Fern was an incredibly rewarding experience. It not only deepened my passion for floral design but also equipped me with valuable skills that will undoubtedly serve me well in my future endeavors. I would highly recommend this internship to anyone with a love for flowers and a desire to explore the art of floristry!"

MAIYA

ANNIE

introducing Maiya,
Karlee & Annie

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Her thoughts on the experience:

This could be you! Apply to the Flora and Fern internship today!

2023 

THESE THREE WERE AMAZING THIS PAST SUMMER! THEY WORKED INCREDIBLY HARD AND WE BECAME SUCH A GREAT TEAM, HEAR MORE ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE BELOW!

"Working with Flora + Fern over the summer was such an amazing experience! I didn't have too much exposure in the floral industry to begin with and this internship really helped me understand the ins and outs of business as well as the things you don't really see while working in the floral industry. Megan is such an amazing mentor and friend, and has truly taught me so much about what it's like to start your own business, how to network, and has taught me so many important elements of design. I loved the way she designed the internship and it really helped me to step out of my comfort zone. We learned what it's takes to run consultations, write up proposals, work with wholesalers, as well as work hands on at events and weddings. It was so much fun to see in the end all of these events come together so beautifully after all the hard work we had put into planning, designing, and building for them. If I could do this internship again I totally would, not only because I learned so much but because Megan creates such a positive environment and makes everything so much fun!"

KARLEE

Her thoughts on the experience:

The flora and fern internship was unforgettable and I left with zero regrets! Not only did it challenge me creatively, but also gave me confidence I didn’t have beforehand. I started with very little experience and left with the tools necessary to start my own floral business! Megan is a complete dream to work with and made be feel comfortable and calm even when things got busy. You truly get out what you put in, which showed me how important it is to be dedicated. I love the artist I have become thanks to this internship!

internship experiences

"Flora and Fern’s internship is a perfect way to fast track you’re knowledge and experience in the floral industry! Whether you come into it with past experience or not, you are going to feel super confident in almost every area of the job. Personally, the biggest asset I feel like I’ve gained from the internship was watching Megan’s backend business process. This is something that is not always thought of, and can be hard to figure out on your own. From on-boarding clients, creating proposals, ordering product, and tracking finances, you are going to see almost every area behind the scenes. Megan is also super open and will help you with any questions you have. Don’t be afraid to bombard her lol. If you are seriously considering becoming a florist, this is the best way to get hands on experience in the field fast, have consistent practice, and exposure!"

SARAH

ABBY

introducing SARAH + ABBY

Abby is awesome! She came into the internship with some previous floral experience, and was able to create a strong foundation, and grow her experience, and technique! I'm so proud of her, and all she is accomplishing! 

Her thoughts on the experience:

Her thoughts on the experience:

Sarah is the life of the party! She came into the internship without floral experience, and grew and learned SO much during the internship. It was fun to watch her grow so much over the summer! Now she is killing it with bouquets. So proud of the florist she is today!

This could be you! Apply to the Flora and Fern internship today!

2022 

THESE TWO WERE MY SAVING GRACE THIS SUMMER. WE HAD SO MUCH FUN AND WORKED SO HARD. HEAR FROM THEM BELOW!

"Doing an internship with Flora and Fern was a great experience! I got to gain experience in all aspects of what being a florist entails. I learned so much about floral design, installs and communicating with clients. I also learned so much about product and how the process works with wholesalers! I loved all of the people I was able to meet through this internship. I got to work alongside another intern, Maddy, and so many other talented florists who were freelancing. I learned a lot from Megan as I watched her design and as she answered my thousands of questions about all things floral. She is very talented and I’m grateful I got to learn so much from her. I feel that I definitely improved in my floral design as I helped create personals, bridesmaids’ bouquets and centerpieces. Before starting this internship, I had little idea how installs worked, so going to installs was so fun and beneficial for me. One of my biggest takeaways from this internship was being able to be a part of a destination wedding in Moab! It was great to see all of the planning and preparation that goes into that whole process! I would totally recommend doing an internship if you are wanting to further your experience and knowledge in the floral industry!"

internship experiences

"I did Flora and Fern’s internship last summer and it was definitely one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only is Megan very kind and knowledgable, she genuinely cares about her interns and wants them to succeed. She’s also just a good person to be around. I am now much more confident in my design skills because of her tutelage. I was able to gain enough knowledge and skill to open my own floral business shortly after completing the internship. I can honestly say that I would not be where I am today, in my business or as a person without her. Through the internship I was also able to create relationships with other florists and make numerous connections in the floral industry which set my business up for quick success. I would recommend this internship to anyone who wants to become a better florist."

Madi

MadDY

introducing MAddy & Madi

Yes haha they have the same name, and it did get confusing at times!! We made it work just fine though! Hear from them below!

Maddy is hilarious! She made the long build days, and summer heat way more bearable. She was my right hand all summer, and grew so much!! After the internship she was able to start her own business, and is doing so well!

Her thoughts on the experience:

Her thoughts on the experience:

Madi has the cutest personality, and she makes everything so fun! She really excelled with Centerpieces and Personals over the time we had together. It was fun to watch her grow so much over the summer! 

This could be you! Apply to the Flora and Fern internship today!

2021