Science Intern – NYBG Press

New York Botanical Garden • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The NYBG Press is offering a Scientific Publishing Internship as a part-time opportunity during summer 2026 for a high school or college student. The NYBG Press intern will gain skills and professional development related to scientific publications, botanical research, and biodiversity collections and will work with an NYBG mentor on a project that combines these areas.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a high school or undergraduate degree program.
• Interest in scientific publications and plant science.
• Passion for learning new things.
• Good interpersonal skills and willing to be a team player.
• Responsible, punctual, professional, motivated, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Project activities may include, but are not limited to, scientific publications, editorial work, plant diversity research, and museum specimen curation.
• The internship may also involve collaborative projects and professional development activities focused on career awareness, presentations and science communication, skill development, and professional conduct.
• Interns are expected to make satisfactory progress on assigned projects and responsibilities and to carry out duties as directed by their supervisor.
• Science interns are expected to adhere to all safety practices and procedures while onsite and during any online sessions if needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED