Alexander Schmidt
About Alexander Schmidt
Alexander Schmidt is a Working Student at Kalera Europe, where he has been involved in plant cultivation and maintenance since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Horticultural Science from Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf and previously studied Geography at Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München.
Work at Kalera
Currently, Alexander Schmidt serves as a Working Student at Kalera Europe, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for the cultivation and maintenance of various plant species, including leafy greens, microgreens, salads, and herbs within the Grow Tower. His involvement extends to the logistical processes of accepting plant deliveries and ensuring their quality for further processing. Additionally, he plays a key role in the harvesting process, preparing plants for sale, which contributes to the operational efficiency of Kalera Europe's production line.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Schmidt pursued his education in Horticultural Science at Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science (BS) from 2018 to 2022. Prior to this, he studied Geography at Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) from 2012 to 2016. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in both horticulture and geography, equipping him with the knowledge and skills relevant to his current role in plant cultivation and maintenance.
Background
Before joining Kalera Europe, Alexander Schmidt gained experience as a Research Assistant at the Technical University Munich in 2019, where he worked for five months in Freising, Bavaria. He also completed an internship at GAF AG in 2015 for one month in the Munich Area, Germany, and another internship at Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf in 2021 for five months in Schlachters, Bavaria. These roles provided him with practical experience in research and horticultural practices.
Internship Experience
Alexander Schmidt has completed multiple internships that have contributed to his professional development. In 2015, he interned at GAF AG for one month in the Munich Area, Germany. Later, in 2021, he undertook a five-month internship at Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf in Schlachters, Bavaria. These internships allowed him to gain hands-on experience in relevant fields, enhancing his understanding of horticultural science and operational processes.