Part-Time Summer Intern

Summary: Penn State University is seeking a Part-Time Summer Intern to assist with agricultural research and production at the Southeast Agricultural Research & Extension Center. The role involves activities such as planting, harvesting, data collection, and providing support during events, offering exposure to various aspects of agricultural production and research. Responsibilities: - Assist with ornamental, vegetable, and agronomic crop research and production at the Southeast Agricultural Research & Extension Center - Activities may include, but are not limited to, planting, harvesting, field and site maintenance, and data collection and entry - Provide assistance during field days and other events at the Center - Gain exposure to multiple aspects of agricultural production as well as research in the fields of entomology, plant pathology, ecology and others - Participate in manual work such as mowing, and weeding - Have responsibilities for specific projects depending on their supervising researcher Required Qualifications: - The intern will assist with ornamental, vegetable, and agronomic crop research and production at the Southeast Agricultural Research & Extension Center in Manheim, PA - Activities may include, but are not limited to, planting, harvesting, field and site maintenance, and data collection and entry - Intern will also provide assistance during field days and other events at the Center - Interns will gain exposure to multiple aspects of agricultural production as well as research in the fields of entomology, plant pathology, ecology and others - At the research farm, many different disciplines intersect, including biology, education, sociology, and engineering, exposing interns to many facets of research - All staff participates in manual work such as mowing, and weeding - Interns will also have responsibilities for specific projects depending on their supervising researcher - Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies - This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties - A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks Required Skills: Agricultural research, Data collection Important Skills: Field maintenance