Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education · 6 hours ago
USDA-ARS High School/GED Internships in Aquaculture Research
Leetown, WV
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$355.60/wk - $711.20/wkThe Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is offering internships through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for high school or GED students interested in aquaculture research. Participants will engage in hands-on research activities focused on fish health, microbiology, and aquaculture production efficiency.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The participant will be involved in processes to improve fish health and the efficiency of aquaculture production
The selected participants will receive training and participate in hands-on research activities at the ARS NCCCWA including fish health, microbiology, animal husbandry and welfare, fish hatchery rearing protocols, fish physiology, molecular biology, genetics and genomics
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing or have received a high school diploma or GED
Degree must have been received within the past two years, or is currently pursuing
U.S. Citizen Only
Must be 18 years of age
Preferred
Relevant fields of study include Chemistry and Materials Sciences, Communications and Graphics Design, Computer, Information, and Data Sciences, Earth and Geosciences, Engineering, Environmental and Marine Sciences, Life Health and Medical Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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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