Temporary Research Internship - Castle Hayne, NC

North Carolina State University

$10-$16/hr

United States, North Carolina, Castle Hayne

Mar 25, 2025

Position Information

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

Department Information

Job City & State	Caste Hayne, NC
Department	Horticultural Science

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Temporary Research Internship - Castle Hayne, NC

Requirements and Preferences

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

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$10-$16/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	12/02/2024

Applicant Information

Quick Link

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

AA/EEO

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