Tuesday, December 20, 2016

USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research Internship

We are accepting applications for unpaid student internship and other volunteer positions assisting with a diverse range of projects evaluating the sustainability of cropping systems in the Mid-Atlantic.  Accepted applicants will participate in diverse activities including taking soil, gas, and plant samples in the field, lab work, data entry and management, sample processing and organization, and miscellaneous projects to support research activities.  Field sites, lab and offices are all approximately 10-15 minutes north of U of MD campus.  Public transportation is available from campus to reach our main building.

These positions allow for flexible scheduling, but must be prearranged with supervisor.  No experience is required, but an ideal candidate will have an interest in sustainable agriculture and/or be a science major with an interest in research. All training will be provided.

Applications accepted until January 9, 2017. To apply send a resume and a short statement of interest to the email below.

Contact:    Chris Rasmann
Phone:      410 231 0607
Email:      chris.rasmann@ars.usda.gov