Lab & Field Summer Intern

1 week ago

Weiyang District, China William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science Full time

Job Requisition:

JR101195 Lab & Field Summer Intern (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Lab & Field Summer Intern

Department:

CC00489 VIMS1 | OFIN | Eastern Shore Laboratory

Job Family:

Staff - Lab & Research Support

Worker Sub Type:

Wage-Temporary (requires end date - non-benefited) (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

Administration Center

Primary Job Posting Location:

Administration Center

Job Description Summary:

The Eastern Shore Laboratory objective is to conduct research, education and advisory activity in coastal marine science.

Job Description:

The Laboratory and Field Summer Intern position is located at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science's Eastern Shore Laboratory in Wachapreague, VA. This position requires the incumbent to be actively enrolled in a high school, college or university degree program. This position also requires the incumbent's primary residence to be located in Accomack or Northampton County, Virginia.

The Laboratory and Field Summer Intern position assists with ongoing research projects. The responsibilities include:

  • Assists with field and lab data collection

  • Assists with sample collection and transport

  • Prepares and cleans up field and lab equipment

  • Assists with maintenance and care of laboratory facilities

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION:
At least a rising high school senior, currently enrolled in an academic program.

COMPETENCIES:

  • An interest in science

  • Basic proficiency in a variety of computer software applications

  • Good communication skills

  • Ability to follow instructions

Preferred Qualifications:

COMPETENCIES:

  • Work independently and as an effective team member

  • Ability to do field work aboard small boats and work in marine environments

EXPERIENCE:

  • Scientific laboratory experience

  • Experience with spreadsheets and word processing

  • Prior boating experience

SALARY- $15.50 per hour

Conditions of Employment

  • Due to funding award, this position requires the incumbent to be actively enrolled in a high school, college or university degree program. Also, required to be a primary resident of Accomack or Northampton County, Virginia.

  • This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.

  • This position is a 40 hour, temporary (hourly) position not to exceed 6 months.

  • This is a restricted position, restricted by term and subject to the continued availability of funding.

  • All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year.

  • Ability to do field work aboard small boats and work in marine environments.

Additional Job Description:

Job Profile:

JP0192 - Laboratory & Research Aide - Nonexempt - Hourly - H01

Qualifications:

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Grade:

H01

Recruiting Start Date:

Review Date:

Position Restrictions:

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