Science Intern

New York Botanical Garden • New York, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Science Internship is a part-time and seasonal position that provides training opportunities for New York City students. Successful interns may reapply for subsequent seasons contingent on job performance and funding. The science intern gains skills and professional development related to botanical research and biodiversity collections and will work with an NYBG mentor on a research, collections, or library project.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in high school or undergraduate degree program in NYC.
• Interest in plant science.
• Passion for learning new things.
• Good interpersonal skills and willingness to be a team player.
• Responsible, punctual, professional, and self-motivated.
• This position requires safety training for interns performing research in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Research areas may include but are not limited to plant diversity, museum curation, molecular biology, systematics, taxonomy, morphology, development, and/or bioinformatics.
• Working in teams and participation in enrichment activities on career awareness, presentations and science communication, skill building, and conducting themselves in a professional manner.
• Make satisfactory progress working on scientific research and carry out duties as assigned by their supervisor.
• 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