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Museum interns are students or recent graduates who work temporarily at museums to gain practical experience in areas such as collections management, education, curation, or administration. They often assist with research, cataloging artifacts, preparing exhibits, or supporting public programs. Internships can be paid or unpaid and are valuable for building professional skills and networking in the museum field. These positions are typically supervised by museum staff and may be part-time or full-time, depending on the institution.

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To thrive as a Museum Intern, you typically need a background or coursework in art history, museum studies, or a related field, along with strong research and organizational skills. Familiarity with collection management software, cataloging systems, and basic digital imaging tools is often required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and teamwork are vital soft skills for engaging with staff, visitors, and diverse projects. These competencies ensure effective support for museum operations, educational programming, and preservation of collections.

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As a Museum Intern, you'll typically support a variety of projects that may include assisting with exhibit preparation, cataloging collections, conducting research, and supporting educational programs. Interns often help with event planning, visitor services, or creating digital content, depending on the museum’s size and focus. You'll likely work closely with curators, educators, and collections staff, gaining hands-on experience in both front-of-house and behind-the-scenes operations. This exposure provides valuable insight into museum careers and can help you identify specific interests within the field.
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Pathways Intern: Waterfowl Parasitology

Wisconsin

Stevens Point, WI • On-site

$15/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for StudentsPosition Title:Pathways Intern: Waterfowl ParasitologyJob Category:Student HourlyJob Profile:Student HelpJob Summary:

Scope of Responsibility:

The Waterfowl Parasitology Intern is responsible for following all approved biosafety protocols in the laboratory. The Intern will be expected to handle waterfowl carcasses donated by hunters, state or federal wildlife officials. The Intern will assist with identification of specimens (species, age, sex) and conduct complete dissection procedures and surveys for external and internal parasites. Detailed record keeping and organization of parasite specimens is also expected.

Specific Duties:

Waterfowl Parasitology Intern duties

  • Follows all approved biosafety protocols in the lab at all times
  • Plans and develops research objectives for individual projects and ensures that project deadlines are tracked and met
  • Coordinates collection and transport of waterfowl specimens donated from approved sources
  • Provides accurate identification of waterfowl specimens based on morphological characteristics
  • Follows standard operating protocols for examination of waterfowl specimens for complete survey of external and internal parasites
  • Collects host tissue samples for future examination of blood parasites and host genetic analysis.
  • Locates and critically reads pertinent scientific literature and taxonomic keys for identification of parasite specimens

Administrative duties

  • Creates and maintains consistent work schedule by the first week of the semester
  • Completes and submits all personnel information as required by deadlines, including timecards and schedule changes
  • Manages digital photo records for waterfowl specimens in accordance with museum record keeping standards
  • Ensures accurate and complete record keeping of host data and parasite specimens collected, identified and submitted to the parasitology museum collection
  • Maintains electronic records of parasite data and digital microscope images
  • Assists with compiling data for state and federal permit reports
  • Communicates professionally with other interns, students, faculty mentors as well as specimen donors and wildlife officials.

Skills/Requirements:

  • Professional interest in biology or natural resources research, including ecology, evolution, wildlife disease, parasitology, waterfowl biology or museum collections.
  • Requires knowledge and ability to properly handle animal carcasses and basic dissection tools.
  • Requires knowledge and ability to use dissecting (stereo) and compound light microscopes.
  • Requires knowledge and ability to use basic laboratory chemicals and cleaning and disinfecting procedures.
  • Must have the ability to maintain detailed, accurate records for procedures and specimens.
  • Must have the ability to work individually as well as in a team environment.
    Qualifications and Compensation:

  • Qualifications
    To qualify for this internship, applicants must be enrolled in at least twelve undergraduate credits per semester, be in good academic standing with the University, and maintain a 2.5 GPA. The position requires the ability to work approximately 6-12 hours per week during the semester. Majority of scheduled hours will fall between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday) with occasional weekend hours as needed.

    Compensation

    $15 per hour - This Internship position is funded through the UWSP Pathways Internship Program

    Student Learning/Internship Outcomes:

    Within this position, the intern will:

  • Develop time management and organizational skills to complete projects by established deadlines within aprofessional setting
  • Gain research, experimental design and data analysis experience
  • Gain hands on skills with scientific instruments and protocols
  • Develop natural history collections specimen and data management skills
  • Make connections with other professional agencies and organizations
  • Develop independent research goals (in collaboration with faculty mentor) to support individual career pursuits
Key Job Responsibilities:Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

EEO Statement:


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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