Botany undergraduate paid internship-DNA barcoding of host plants of Pedicularis densiflora

Field Museum•Chicago, IL

4d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an intern to assist in a DNA barcoding study of the host plants of Pedicularis densiflora, a parasitic plant native to California and Oregon. The intern will work in the Field Museum's Pritzker Lab for Molecular Systematics, preparing amplicon libraries for sequencing. Previous experience working with DNA is preferred but not required; all training in lab protocols will be provided. Contingent on performance and interest, the intern will be offered co-authorship on resulting publications. Salary of $17.75 per hour @ 19 hours per week for 12 weeks. Preferred start date of February 9th or 23rd, 2026. Applications must be received by January 29th, 2026. Applicants chosen for interviews will be contacted by email by February 2nd, 2026. Applicants must apply through the Field Museum website at www.fieldmuseum.org/careers . Applications through other websites will not be considered. PLEASE READ: If you apply for multiple positions on the Field Museum website, please make sure to delete your previous resume and cover letter and upload the latest version of your resume and cover letter that is relevant to the job you are applying for, every time you apply. This will help our hiring managers access the correct documents. Please note that removing the resume and cover letter will not delete any previously submitted resumes and cover letters. The Field Museum is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, embracing diversity, and fostering mutual respect. We value the unique perspectives each team member brings, which empowers our ability to innovate and overcome challenges. At the Field Museum, we are dedicated to making our career website and recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you encounter any difficulty when using or accessing our online application, or if you need a reasonable accommodation for completing your application, participating in interviews, or any other part of the selection process, please reach out to us at [email protected] .