Part-time Butterfly Biodiversity And Collections Internship

Penn State University

University Park, PA, US
Base: $17.50ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
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Careful handling of fragile specimens
Accurate data collection and transcription
Ability to stay focused on repetitive tasks
The Frost Entomological Museum seeks undergraduate interns to assist with research projects related to butterfly biodiversity and collections

Job Summary

  • The Frost Entomological Museum seeks undergraduate interns to assist with research projects related to butterfly biodiversity and collections.
  • Interns will receive training in collecting, rearing, specimen preparation, conservation, and collection digitization including relevant data standards.
  • Compensation is set at $17.50/hour for a short-term period of approximately 40 hours per week lasting 6–10 weeks.

Matching Summary

The Frost Entomological Museum seeks undergraduate interns to assist with research projects related to butterfly biodiversity and collections.

Salary

Base: $17.50/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Careful handling of fragile specimens
  • Accurate data collection and transcription
  • Ability to stay focused on repetitive tasks
  • Comfort working in muddy wild habitats

Nice-to-have

  • Curiosity about the natural world
  • Familiarity with insect taxonomy
  • Ability to sight identify specimens
  • Facilitative and organized approach

Key Requirements

  • Undergraduate student status
  • Successful completion of background checks
  • Resume and personal statement submission

Work Rights

Not specified

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