Biology Intern

THE POSITION

An internship with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture offers a thrilling chance for students to immerse themselves in the world of agriculture while contributing to our mission of fostering, safeguarding, and advancing agricultural practices across the Commonwealth. This experience not only allows you to gain practical knowledge but also enables you to actively participate in initiatives that support the agricultural community.

If you are passionate about public service and eager to acquire meaningful work experience that can pave the way for your future career, do not hesitate to apply today

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This internship offers a unique opportunity for practical engagement within the Agriculture Veterinary Lab, allowing the intern to immerse themselves in real-world applications of scientific research. The role encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including the analysis of antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) data related to Salmonella and pathogens affecting bovine respiratory health, as well as the opportunity to work with cutting-edge robotics and high-throughput testing methodologies. Additionally, the intern will play a vital role in essential laboratory functions such as managing inventory and implementing innovative sample pooling techniques, thereby enhancing their technical skills and establishing a solid groundwork in veterinary diagnostics.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:

• Current full-time enrollment in a two-year degree, bachelor‘s degree or advanced degree program in one of the following acceptable majors:
  • Pre-Veterinary Medicine
  • Biological Science
  • Physical Science
  • Environmental Sciences

An approved major course which includes a qualifying 24 credit hours of study in the physical, biological and environmental sciences may be acceptable.Freshman year completed.Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
  
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans‘ Preference tab or contact us at .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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