IMET Summer Internship

UMCES; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Internship

Job summary

The IMET Summer Internship at IMET Institute of Marine & Environmental Technology (UMCES) offers undergraduates a nine-week, paid lab-based research experience across environmental, microbiology, molecular, estuarine, and marine sciences. It includes seminars, workshops, and professional development to prepare students for careers in environmental science.

Applicants must be undergraduates in related science majors with GPA 3.0 or higher. Start date is June 7, 2027, and ends August 6, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Gain lab experience in environmental, microbiology, molecular, estuarine, and marine sciences during a nine-week project.
• Attend seminars, workshops, and participate in professional development activities.
• Contribute to research under supervision across IMET's marine and environmental science programs.

Job description

IMET Summer Internship### IMET Summer InternshipApply: UMCES Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology: Full time: Posted 16 Days Ago: JR105216# **Job Description Summary & Additional Information****Organization's Summary Statement:** The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is a premier research institution dedicated to advancing scientific understanding of the environment and applying that knowledge to address pressing environmental challenges. With a mission to conduct world-class research, educate future environmental leaders, and provide unbiased scientific information to inform public policy, the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) plays a vital role in protecting and restoring our natural resources. UMCES researchers work across a wide range of disciplines, from ecology and oceanography to environmental economics and social science, to understand complex environmental challenges facing Maryland, the nation, and the world. The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET), The University of Maryland Center For Environmental Science (UMCES), and the University System of Maryland are committed to creating opportunities for a diverse body of undergraduates to enable and encourage students from underrepresented backgrounds to continue on to higher degrees and careers in marine and environmental science. IMET’s mission is to develop innovative approaches to protect and restore coastal marine systems and their watersheds, sustainably use resources in ways to benefit human well-being, and to integrate research excellence with education, training and economic development.Our paid summer undergraduate internships include a nine-week research project in environmental, microbiology, molecular, estuarine and marine sciences. This internship will provide opportunities for undergraduate students to gain:* Lab experience* Seminars, workshops, and professional development This internship is considered full time Monday-Friday, beginning June 7, 2027 and ending on August 6, 2027. This is an hourly internship, and does not qualify for State of MD Health Benefits. **Eligibility Requirements:**● Undergraduate student in a major related to biological, molecular, microbial, environmental, marine sciences, etc.● GPA 3.0 or above Applications accepted from October 19, 2026 until February 1, 2027.**Required Application Material**s: Application form (linked here), resume, unofficial transcript, personal statement--You MUST submit all required documents in the attachment section. Incomplete applications will not be considered.**Best Consideration Date:** 02/01/2027**Posting Close Date:** 02/02/2027**Open Until Filled: no**# **Minimum Qualifications**EDUCATION:EXPERIENCE:OTHER:REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:Ability to read, write and follow instructions. Some positions may require demonstration of specific attributes or abilities to perform assigned work.OTHER:Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:N/A# **Department**UMCES-Institute of Marine & Environmental Technology# **Worker Sub-Type**Staff Contractual (C1) (Fixed Term)# **Salary Range**$16.00 per hour