North Carolina State University

Posting Number PG194744TM

Position Number 11ASO3363

Position Type Temporary

Essential Job Duties

Are you a student or recent graduate with a passion for plants and a keen interest in research?

We have an incredible internship opportunity right in the heart of Castle Hayne, near beautiful

Wilmington, NC, that’s perfect for you!

What We Offer:

• Thriving Blueberry Research: Dive into the world of blueberry breeding research at the
• NCSU Horticultural Crops Research Station! Your journey will encompass the
• greenhouse and shade house, where you’ll nurture and care for these amazing plants.
• Hands-On Learning: Get your hands dirty as you assist in maintaining healthy plants,
• inventory management, harvesting, data collection, pollination, transplanting, pruning,
• weeding, and fertilizing. Attention to detail and previous greenhouse and fieldwork
• experience is a plus!
• Fieldwork Adventures: Experience the great outdoors with planting, harvesting, and field
• data collection. Physical stamina and a love for outdoor tasks are important qualities we
• seek.
• Office Contributions: Sharpen your organizational skills with office tasks, including data
• entry and image labeling for our exciting machine learning project. Candidates with an
• interest in data science are welcome!
• Flexible Hours: We understand that you’re a student or recent graduate with other
• commitments. Our internship offers flexible scheduling between 7 am and 6 pm on
• weekdays, allowing you to balance your academic or personal responsibilities.
• Part-Time: Your internship will start with 10-20 hours per week from September through
• March, and then increase to 20+ hours per week from April to August, ensuring you gain
• valuable experience without overwhelming your schedule.

Join Our Blueberry Season Adventure!

If you are passionate about plants, eager to learn, and can commit to working through the

exciting blueberry season (May-July), we’d love to have you on board!

• Preference will be given to candidates pursuing degrees in horticulture, biology, or related fields, and those with a strong commitment to learning and teamwork.

Is Time Limited No

If Yes, Appointment Length

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Job City & State Caste Hayne, NC

Department Horticultural Science

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title Temporary Research Internship - Castle Hayne, NC

Work Schedule 10-35/hrs per week, M-F 8am – 5pm as needed. Some weekends may be required.

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

• Some post secondary education

Department Required Skills

• Ability to lift 40lbs
• Willingness to work in hot, humid, buggy conditions
• Ability to perform redundant tasks with care and to completion
• Good attention to detail
• Excellent fine motor skills

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Plant care
• Using laboratory equipment such as scales, balances, and autoclaves
• Use and calibration of pH meters
• Making dilutions
• Excel or Google Sheets

Required License or Certification

• n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required? No

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Anticipated Hiring Range $10-$16/hr

Job Open Date 12/02/2024

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/211481

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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