Blueberry Research Internship: Field & Lab (Flexible Hours)

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 13,776 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Employees

LEAD courses

Attend sporting events for free

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in North Carolina is offering a Temporary Blueberry Research Internship at the Castle Hayne facility. This internship provides valuable, hands-on experience in applied horticultural research, particularly in blueberry breeding. Interns will engage in various activities ranging from plant care to data collection and inventory management. Candidates pursuing degrees in horticulture or biology are especially encouraged to apply. The position is part-time, with flexible hours, and includes benefits like health insurance for temporary employees.

Qualifications

• Comfort with hot, humid, buggy conditions.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to learning and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support blueberry breeding program and daily plant care.
• Participate in data collection and inventory management.
• Assist in office tasks such as data entry and image labeling.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent fine motor skills

Plant care experience

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Experience with Excel or Google Sheets

Education

Some post secondary education

Tools

Laboratory equipment (scales, balances, autoclaves)

pH meters

Job description

A prestigious educational institution in North Carolina is offering a Temporary Blueberry Research Internship at the Castle Hayne facility. This internship provides valuable, hands-on experience in applied horticultural research, particularly in blueberry breeding. Interns will engage in various activities ranging from plant care to data collection and inventory management. Candidates pursuing degrees in horticulture or biology are especially encouraged to apply. The position is part-time, with flexible hours, and includes benefits like health insurance for temporary employees.