Soil & Nutrient Management Research Intern

The Pennsylvania State University; Struble (PA); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 26.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management Laboratory at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate student intern to help with field and lab research projects. You will engage in soil, plant, and water sampling, lab analyses, and data organization, with a path toward learning R/SAS and potentially co-authoring publications.

Hours are 10–15 per week during the academic term and up to 40 per week in summer. Compensation starts at $16/hour.

Formación

• Currently enrolled Penn State undergraduate student majoring in Environmental Resource Management (ERM), Agroecology, Plant Science, Animal Science, or a closely related agricultural/environmental discipline.
• Preferred: Prior coursework in soil science, agronomy, or environmental sciences.
• Willingness and ability to work in varied outdoor weather conditions during field sampling campaigns.
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to laboratory safety protocols, and good record-keeping practices.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license is required for travel to local field sites using university vehicles.

Responsabilidades

• Field Sampling: Assist in collecting soil samples, plant biomass samples, and runoff/water samples across a variety of experiments at the Rock Springs research farm.
• Laboratory Analysis: Process and analyze soil, plant, and water samples using various laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Data Management & Research Growth (Optional / Based on Interest): Assist with data organization, learn statistical analysis (e.g., R, SAS), and explore opportunities to co-author extension articles, scientific manuscripts, or present findings at regional events.

Conocimientos

Field sampling

Lab analysis

Data management

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Educación

Undergraduate student in ERM/Agroecology/Plant Science/Animal Science

Herramientas

R

SAS

Descripción del empleo

The Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management Laboratory at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate student intern to help with field and lab research projects. You will engage in soil, plant, and water sampling, lab analyses, and data organization, with a path toward learning R/SAS and potentially co-authoring publications.

Hours are 10–15 per week during the academic term and up to 40 per week in summer. Compensation starts at $16/hour.