Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education ยท 6 hours ago
USDA-ARS Insect Pest Management Student Internship
Tallahassee, FL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$1,100/mo - $1,600/mo
Start in 2026 WinterThe Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is offering a student internship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) focused on insect pest management. The participant will conduct laboratory research on the chemical ecology of interactions between host plants and pest insects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop strategies for controlling agricultural pests.
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
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 bachelor's degree in one of the relevant fields
U.S. Citizen Only
Preferred
Some coursework in entomology or practical experience conducting research with insects
Benefits
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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