Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education · 12 hours ago
USDA-ARS Insect Pest Management Student Internship
Tallahassee, FL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$1,100/mo - $1,600/moThe Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is offering a research internship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service. The intern will conduct laboratory research on the chemical ecology of interactions between host plants and pest insects, aiming to develop pest control strategies while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory research on examining the chemical ecology of interactions between host plants and pest insects
Develop strategies for control of insect pests of agricultural crops
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to execute studies and analyze data
Gain experience in the design, implementation, and data analysis of behavioral experiments to detect and qualify chemicals that guide insect behavior
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree
U.S. Citizen Only
Preferred
Some coursework in entomology or practical experience conducting research with insects
Benefits
Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program.
Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.
Company
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is a U.S.
Founded in 1992
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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