Join our Antique Rose Emporium Family

The Antique Rose Emporium is a family owned and operated company established in 1983.

We are growing and looking to add team members to grow with us!

At the Antique Rose Emporium, we strive to educate people on horticulture, gardening, and, of course, all things roses. We are dedicated to inspiring gardeners as well as our community; offering a diverse array of roses, and fostering a renewed passion for nature. Join us in cultivating knowledge, nurturing gardens, and celebrating the beauty that blooms from a shared love for the art of gardening.

We are hiring for a variety of roles in full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions, so reach out with your resume or to request an application today! Some positions may require weekends and evenings.

For any of these positions, horticulture and plant experience and knowledge is a bonus but not required. Willingness to learn is a must!

• Benefits For Year-round full-time and part-time employees: a 401K, PTO, employee paid insurance options.
• Employee discount
• Please attach your resume in the form.
• Fill out this form to be considered for any open position
• Apply in person Monday-Friday 9 am- 4 pm at 9300 Lueckemeyer Rd., Brenham

If you have any questions about the position please reach out and let us know! hr@weareroses.com

AT THE NURSERY & DISPLAY GARDENS:

Staff Child Care Provider

Apply here for this position: https://forms.gle/h8CLJ4a8mWo8eEhq8
We’re looking for a fun, dependable Child Care Provider to join the Antique Rose Emporium team and help create a safe, engaging, and enriching summer experience for our staff children (ages 2–10) in a beautiful garden setting.

This position is 2–3 days per week and offers plenty of space and resources for hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, gardening, crafts, and creative learning experiences.

In this role, you will:

• Provide attentive, nurturing care for children ages 2–10 in a safe and welcoming environment
• Plan and lead engaging activities including crafts, games, gardening, outdoor play, and creative learning opportunities
• Encourage curiosity, creativity, and age-appropriate exploration in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Help maintain a positive, structured, and fun atmosphere for children of varying ages
• Communicate effectively with staff parents regarding daily activities and needs
• Support light setup, organization, and cleanup of activity areas and supplies

We’re also exploring the possibility of opening some future sessions to the public, making this a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys developing engaging children’s activities, camps, or educational experiences.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Loves working with children and creating meaningful experiences
• Has a dependable, patient, and positive personality
• Enjoys outdoor play and hands-on creative activities
• Feels comfortable supervising children of multiple age groups
• Is organized, proactive, and able to think creatively
• Has prior experience in childcare, education, babysitting, camps, or similar settings (preferred, but not required)
• Would thrive in a fun, nature-focused environment

This position may be especially ideal for:
🌿 College students or education majors
🌿 Experienced babysitters or nannies
🌿 Homeschool moms
🌿 Retired teachers
🌿 Anyone who loves working with children in a creative outdoor setting

🌹 Part-time summer position (2–3 days per week)

🌹 If you love creativity, outdoor play, and helping little minds grow, we’d love to hear from you! Please message Antique Rose Emporium directly for details or to express interest.

Garden Generalist (Gift Shop Focus)

We’re looking for a Garden Generalist to join our Nursery & Display Gardens team and help create a welcoming, beautiful experience for every guest, from the garden paths to the Gift Shop checkout counter.

In this role, you will:

• Provide friendly, knowledgeable assistance to guests selecting plants, garden supplies, and gift shop items
• Serve as the main cashier, processing transactions accurately and efficiently through our POS system
• Share product knowledge, seasonal promotions, and basic gardening advice with enthusiasm
• Maintain an inviting, organized, and well-stocked Gift Shop environment
  
• Restock and creatively merchandise retail displays
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs
• Maintain assigned nursery sections through watering, pruning, deadheading, fertilizing, and weeding
• Assist with unloading, tagging, and restocking plant deliveries
• Support special events, festivals, and peak seasonal sales days

We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Can frequently lift 25–40 lbs
• Has a warm, welcoming personality and strong customer service instincts
• Pays close attention to detail and handles transactions accurately
• Is proactive and willing to jump in wherever needed
• Thrives in a fast-paced, seasonal environment
• Loves plants (and doesn’t mind getting a little dirt under their nails)
• Has weekday and/or weekend availability 
  

🌹Pay starting from $12-15/hour

🌹 If you love equal parts sunshine, soil, and smiling customers, and want to help our Gardens bloom in every season, we’d love to hear from you!

Garden Generalist – Nursery Sales (Plant Knowledge & Customer Support)

We’re looking for a Garden Generalist with a focus on Nursery Sales to help guide guests through the heart of our Gardens, where roses bloom, and plant dreams begin.

In this role, you will:

• Guide customers in selecting roses, perennials, shrubs, and companion plants
  
• Provide basic plant care advice, including planting, watering, sun exposure, fertilizing, and seasonal maintenance
  
• Create a welcoming, educational shopping experience in the nursery
  
• Maintain nursery presentation by straightening plants, refreshing signage, and keeping aisles clear and inviting
  
• Support inventory organization, tagging, and restocking of plant material
  
• Assist with unloading and placing plant deliveries as needed
  
• Collaborate with horticulture staff to ensure accurate, up-to-date information is shared with customers

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for plants and enjoys sharing knowledge with others
• Communicates clearly and confidently with guests of all experience levels
• Is observant and takes pride in keeping spaces neat and visually appealing
• Is comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Can lift 25–40 lbs and stay active throughout the day
• Thrives in a team-oriented, fast-paced seasonal environment
• Has weekday and/or weekend availability 

🌹 Starting pay: $12-15/hour
🌹 If you love helping people find “the one” rose, and believe gardening should feel approachable and inspiring, we’d love to meet you!

Garden Generalist – Waterer (Plant Care & Health)

We’re looking for a Garden Generalist with a focus on Plant Care & Health to help keep our Nursery & Display Gardens thriving day after day.

In this role, you will:

• Water assigned nursery and display garden areas thoroughly and consistently
  
• Follow seasonal watering schedules and adjust based on weather conditions
  
• Monitor plants for signs of stress, pests, or disease and report concerns promptly
  
• Assist with basic plant maintenance such as deadheading, pruning, and weeding
  
• Help maintain healthy, sale-ready plant material throughout the nursery
  
• Support overall cleanliness and organization of hold and display areas

We’re looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in consistency and attention to detail
  
• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
  
• Has a strong sense of responsibility and follow-through
  
• Can recognize when plants look “off” and communicate concerns clearly
  
• Is comfortable lifting 25–40 lbs and staying active throughout the day
  
• Finds satisfaction in behind-the-scenes work that keeps everything blooming
• Has both weekday and/or weekend availability 

🌹 Starting pay: $12-15/hour
🌹 If you love being hands-on with plants and want to play a vital role in keeping our Gardens beautiful and healthy, we’d love to hear from you.

Horticulture Internships

Horticulture • Design • Business • Marketing • Tourism • Education

Our internships may be paid (starting at $12-15/hour) or for credit, seasonal, or year-round, depending on individual opportunities and company needs. Roles may be standalone or combined into hybrid positions. You are welcome to review our ARE Internship Opportunities PDF for all role details, and complete our student application for consideration.

Intern - Horticulture Production

Gain hands-on experience in commercial plant production, learning the full lifecycle from propagation to a customer-ready product.

Intern - Horticulture Marketing

Support marketing efforts that connect plants, products, and experiences to customers through creative storytelling.

Intern - Content Creation & Digital Media

Help bring the brand to life through photography, video, and written content.

Intern - Videography & Video Content Production

Create engaging video content that supports education, marketing, and brand storytelling through instructional videos, promotional ads, and behind-the-scenes features. 

Intern- Horticulture Sales

Learn how horticultural products move from farm to customer through sales
strategy and relationship management. 

Intern – Business Operations & Administration

Support the behind-the-scenes systems that keep a growing horticulture business running smoothly. 

Intern – Data, Analytics & Forecasting

Turn production and sales data into insights that support smarter decision-making.

Intern – Rose Breeding & Genetics

Gain hands-on experience in rose breeding and cultivar development, supporting
the research, evaluation, and selection of new rose varieties with an emphasis on
performance, beauty, and market viability.

Intern – New Product Development (Plants & Floral Products)

Help research, test, and launch new plant varieties and floral offerings. 

Intern – Physical Product Development (Value-Added Goods)

Assist in developing branded lifestyle products that extend the farm experience
beyond plants.

Intern – Landscape Design

Support the design of beautiful, functional landscapes using horticultural expertise. 

Intern – Landscape Maintenance

Gain practical experience maintaining healthy, attractive landscapes across
seasons.

Intern – Sustainability & Environmental Practices

Support environmentally responsible practices across growing, production, and
operations.

Intern – Floral Design & Creative Studio

Work hands-on with floral design and visual presentation for products, events, and
photography.

Intern – Gift Shop & Retail Operations

Support daily retail operations while learning how product presentation, inventory
management, and customer service contribute to a successful farm-based retail
experience.

Intern – Tourism & Event Management

Help create memorable on-farm experiences through tours, workshops, and special events.

Intern – Customer Experience & Brand Engagement

Shape how customers experience the brand at every touchpoint

Intern – Agricultural Education & Children’s Programming

Inspire curiosity and connection to nature through hands-on agricultural education
for children.