Job Description:

Position Number:

T0374V

Position Title:

Laboratory & Field Summer Intern

Employment Category:

Hourly - Temporary

Location:

VIMS - Eastern Shore

Department:

135100 Eastern Shore Laboratory

Unit Mission Statement:

The mission of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and William & Mary's Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences is to seek and broadly communicate knowledge in marine and coastal science to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through research, education, and advisory service.
The Eastern Shore Laboratory objective is to conduct research, education and advisory activity in coastal marine science.

Position Summary:

The Laboratory and Field Summer Intern position is located at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science's Eastern Shore Laboratory in Wachapreague, VA. This position requires the incumbent to be actively enrolled in a high school, college or university degree program. This position also requires the incumbent's primary residence to be located in Accomack or Northampton County, Virginia.


The Laboratory and Field Summer Intern position assists with ongoing research projects.


The responsibilities include:

• Assists with field and lab data collection


• Assists with sample collection and transport


• Prepares and cleans up field and lab equipment


• Assists with maintenance and care of laboratory facilities

Conditions of Employment:

• Due to funding award, this position requires the incumbent to be actively enrolled in a high school, college or university degree program. Also, required to be a primary resident of Accomack or Northampton County, Virginia.

• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.

• This position is a 40 hour, temporary (hourly) position not to exceed 6 months.

• All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year.

• Ability to do field work aboard small boats and work in marine environments.

Essential Designation:

No

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Position Restricted?:

Yes, this is a temporary position

Position Term:

Other (specify actual months below)

Position Months:

Staff: Other (specify pay period start/end dates) - 5-16-2025 to 8-15-2025

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION:
At least a rising high school senior, currently enrolled in an academic program.
COMPETENCIES:

• An interest in science


• Basic proficiency in a variety of computer software applications


• Good communication skills


• Ability to follow instructions

Preferred Qualifications:

COMPETENCIES:

• Work independently and as an effective team member


• Ability to do field work aboard small boats and work in marine environments

EXPERIENCE:

• Scientific laboratory experience


• Experience with spreadsheets and word processing


• Prior boating experience

Is the position remote work eligible?:

Not eligible

Remote Work Disclaimer:

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

Advertised Pay Range:

Up to $18.00 per hour

Advertised Pay Range Statement:

All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.


This position has an established starting rate.

University Salary Range:

U03

Benefits Summary Statement:

N/A

Job Open Date:

11/15/2024

Review Begin Date:

02/17/2025

Job Close Date:

02/16/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Background Check Statement:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement:

William & Mary is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access employer and actively encourages applications from minorities, women, disabled persons and veterans.

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