Seed Internship

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part‑time (a maximum of 24 hours per week during academic terms and a maximum of 40 hours per week during academic breaks) student technical assistant for the Crop and Soil Science at Oregon State University (OSU). The OSU Extension Seed Crop Program is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to assist with ongoing research and Extension projects focused on grass and legume seed production systems.

This position provides hands‑on experience in crop management, field and laboratory research, seed quality testing, and agricultural experimentation. Students with a strong interest in seed production, crop management, and agricultural research will have opportunities to further develop their skills and may be considered for continued involvement in the program beyond the initial appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

This position is designated as a critical or security‑sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576‑055‑0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self‑report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self‑report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125‑155‑0200) as per OSU Standard 576‑056‑0000 et seq.

For additional information please contact:
Juliana Lima at espindola.juliana

• Laboratory
  
  Activities:
  
  
  • Conduct seed testing procedures including germination, seed quality, seed counting, sample preparation, and related laboratory activities.
  • Assist with maintaining laboratory records.
• Field
  
  Activities:
  
  
  • Assist with field preparation for research and management activities.
  • Collect plant, soil, and seed samples according to project protocols.
  • Assist with implementing field management practices when needed.
  • Support data collection activities in field experiments.
• Data Management:
  • Enter collected data into Excel spreadsheets and databases.
• General Responsibilities:
  • Maintain a clean and organized laboratory, and field work environment.
  • Follow all laboratory, field, and university safety procedures.
  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard:
    • High School student:
      Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑schooling program.
    • Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term.
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*.
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term.
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*.
  • * International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying environmental conditions.
• Be able to drive to OSU – Hyslop Farm in Corvallis.

Note:

All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.