Student Bee Techncian

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Auburn University Bee Center is seeking an undergraduate student for a honey bee or native bee technician position in Auburn, Alabama. The role involves outdoor fieldwork under hot, humid conditions, some lab tasks, and a strong interest in entomology and plant-insect interactions.

Responsibilities include field sampling, hive management, data entry, and participation in outreach events, with support for bee-related research and specimen processing.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student at Auburn University
• Interest in Entomology or related discipline
• Interest in plant and insect ID

Responsibilities

• Travel to field sites around Alabama
• Assist w/ field work including plant surveys & sweep netting
• Process insect specimens for pinning
• Assist w/beekeeping tasks such as hive management
• Build and maintain honey bee boxes
• Collect/Enter data into spreadsheets
• Assist w/outreach events

Skills

Entomology interest

Plant and insect ID

Education

Currently enrolled Auburn University student

Job description

Overview

The Auburn University Bee Center is looking to hire an undergraduate student for a honey bee or native bee technician position. The new hire will assist with bee-related research mainly outdoors under typical (hot and humid) Alabama conditions although some laboratory work is also expected. The technician will encounter stinging insects. An interest in insects/plants is preferred. The new hire should have an eagerness to learn new skills and the ability to work in often difficult physical environments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to field sites around Alabama
• Assist w/ field work including plant surveys & sweep netting
• Process insect specimens for pinning
• Assist w/beekeeping tasks such as hive management
• Build and maintain honey bee boxes
• Collect/Enter data into spreadsheets
• Assist w/outreach events

Qualifications

• Enrolled student at Auburn University
• Interest in Entomology or related discipline
• Interest in plant and insect ID

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Valid U.S. Driver's License
• Ability to work outside for long periods
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn new techniques

Why Work at Auburn?

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• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
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