About the Role
The Sinte Gleska University Greenhouse Intern will be responsible to assist the Greenhouse
Manager with all functions of the greenhouse. This is a seasonal position at 20 hours per week for 30 weeks.
Requirements
1. Help plant and maintain community and college gardens.
2. Help organize an annual farmer market.
3. Help coordinate and maintain campus beautification projects.
4. Help with sales and promotion of the SGU greenhouse.
5. Help with seasonal planting and transplanting.
6. Help with canning and processing foods for the lunch program.
7. Help “put all gardens to bed” in the fall.
8. Help with trees moving in fall.
9. Help with gardening & food preservation classes.
About the Company
Sinte Gleska University (SGU) is a tribally controlled, accredited institution located on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in Mission, South Dakota. Founded to serve the Sicangu Lakota Nation, SGU is dedicated to providing accessible, culturally grounded higher education that empowers students, families, and communities.
Rooted in the Lakota philosophy of Wolakota—living in harmony and balance—SGU integrates academic excellence with Indigenous knowledge, language, and values. The University offers a range of associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs designed to prepare students for meaningful careers, leadership, and lifelong learning.
As a community-focused institution, SGU plays a vital role in strengthening tribal sovereignty, supporting economic development, and preserving Lakota culture for future generations. Faculty and staff are committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment that reflects both traditional teachings and modern educational practices.
Joining SGU means becoming part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to building a healthy, resilient tribal nation through education, self-determination, and visionary leadership.