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What types of projects and responsibilities can an Intern Variant Curation Scientist expect during their internship?

As an Intern Variant Curation Scientist, you can expect to work closely with experienced scientists and bioinformaticians to evaluate genetic variants using databases, published literature, and established guidelines. Your daily tasks may include reviewing genetic data, annotating variants, and contributing to clinical reports or research projects. Interns often participate in team meetings, collaborate on data interpretation, and may even help improve curation processes or pipelines. This role provides hands-on exposure to genetic diagnostics and offers valuable insights into the workflow of clinical genomics teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Intern Variant Curation Scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intern Variant Curation Scientist, you need a solid background in genetics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics, often supported by coursework or training in these areas. Familiarity with genomic databases, variant interpretation tools (such as ClinVar and ACMG guidelines), and data analysis software is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in interpreting complex data and collaborating within research teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate genetic variant classification and supporting impactful clinical or research outcomes.

What does an Intern Variant Curation Scientist do?

An Intern Variant Curation Scientist assists with the analysis and interpretation of genetic variants, often working with large genomic datasets. Their main role is to review and classify genetic variants according to established guidelines to help determine their potential impact on health. This involves literature research, data annotation, and collaboration with senior scientists. The position provides hands-on experience in genetic data analysis and exposure to clinical genomics workflows.
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Science Intern - NYBG Press

$17/hr

Part-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

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Science Intern - NYBG Press

VP for Science Administration

Position Summary:

The NYBG Press is offering a Scientific Publishing Internship as a part-time opportunity during summer 2026 for a high school or college student.

The NYBG Press intern will gain skills and professional development related to scientific publications, botanical research, and biodiversity collections and will work with an NYBG mentor on a project that combines these areas.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

Project activities may include, but are not limited to, scientific publications, editorial work, plant diversity research, and museum specimen curation. The internship may also involve collaborative projects and professional development activities focused on career awareness, presentations and science communication, skill development, and professional conduct. Interns are expected to make satisfactory progress on assigned projects and responsibilities and to carry out duties as directed by their supervisor.

Science interns are expected to adhere to all safety practices and procedures while onsite and during any online sessions if needed.

Qualifications:
  • Current enrollment in a high school or undergraduate degree program.
  • Interest in scientific publications and plant science.
  • Passion for learning new things.
  • Good interpersonal skills and willing to be a team player.
  • Responsible, punctual, professional, motivated, and self-motivated.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

This position will require work in an office, laboratory, and/or collections environment, with extended periods sitting or standing at a desk, using a computer, and attending meetings virtually and in person with other people. Interns are required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may use laboratory equipment with proper training. Interns must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Baseline Work Schedule:

Part time, with schedule determined in consultation with supervisor, approximately 15 hours per week. While school is in session, minors are limited to a maximum of 3 hours/day during the week.

Pay rate: $17 p/hr

If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department atHR@nybg.org.

If you are interested in applying for a position at the New York Botanical Garden, please go tohttp://www.nybg.org/employmentto submit your application.

EOE

Employment Type: Temp Part Time