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Allina Health

Medical Assistant Clinic

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$21.55 - $29.35/hr

... during the summer. Experience a fulfilling career with Allina Health Plymouth Clinic, where we ... Facilitates obtaining lab/imaging results and notify provider of abnormalities. * Works with the ...

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Allina Health

Medical Assistant Clinic

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$21.55 - $29.35/hr

... during the summer. Experience a fulfilling career with Allina Health Plymouth Clinic, where we ... Facilitates obtaining lab/imaging results and notify provider of abnormalities. * Works with the ...

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How much do summer lab assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer lab assistant in Cottage Grove, MN is $21.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer lab assistant?

Summer Lab Assistants are temporary staff, often students, who work in laboratories during the summer months to support ongoing research and routine lab operations. Their duties typically include preparing materials, assisting with experiments, collecting and recording data, and maintaining lab equipment. This role offers hands-on experience in a scientific environment, making it valuable for those interested in careers in science or research. Summer Lab Assistants work under the supervision of senior researchers or laboratory managers and must follow safety protocols at all times.

What does a summer lab assistant do?

As a Summer Lab Assistant, you’ll typically spend your days preparing lab materials, maintaining equipment, recording data, and assisting with experiments under the supervision of senior researchers. Your attention to detail ensures that experiments run smoothly and data is accurate, which is crucial for the research team’s progress. You may also help with sample collection, inventory management, and organizing lab spaces. By taking on these essential tasks, you enable scientists to focus on complex analyses and contribute directly to the success of the lab’s projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer lab assistant?

To excel as a Summer Lab Assistant, you generally need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and data recording systems is often required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication help you work well in a team and follow instructions precisely. These competencies are essential to maintain lab safety, ensure accurate results, and support ongoing research projects efficiently.

What are summer jobs for a lab assistant?

As a summer lab assistant, you assist a team in conducting research through various experiments. Your responsibilities for this role include recording test results, preparing lab materials, and keeping highly detailed logs. These positions are often internships or entry-level jobs for students that allow you to gain research or laboratory experience and learn new skills as you pursue an advanced degree. This position is particularly helpful to those seeking a career in medical, scientific, pharmaceutical, or biological fields. Regardless of your area of study, the duties of a summer lab assistant are often to help a lab technician prepare or carry out an experiment, prepare a sample for testing, or record findings as they happen.

What is the difference between Summer Lab Assistant vs Summer Research Intern?

AspectSummer Lab AssistantSummer Research Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or current student, some labs prefer relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, often with related coursework or research experience
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, assisting with experiments and data collectionResearch projects, data analysis, and possibly lab work, often more independent
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutions, biotech companiesUniversities, research labs, scientific organizations

While both roles involve supporting research activities in laboratory settings, Summer Lab Assistants typically assist with routine tasks and data collection, often requiring less experience. Summer Research Interns usually engage in more in-depth research activities, data analysis, and may have more academic prerequisites. Both positions provide valuable experience in scientific research environments.

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Infographic showing various Summer Lab Assistant job openings in Cottage Grove, MN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $43,891 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Summer Adventures Assistant

Lakeville Area Schools

Lakeville, MN • On-site

$16 - $21.13/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Summer School Positions/Summer School Positions
Date Posted:
6/11/2026
Location:
Elementary Schools
Date Available:
tbd
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Engage, connect, make a difference this summer by joining the Summer Adventures team! This summer Lakeville Area Schools Summer Adventures program is seeking multiple Summer Adventures Assistants!
As a Assistant with the Summer Adventures summer program you will assist the program Instructor in caring for and supervising children as well as helping implement a daily curriculum.
Number of Openings: 10
Position Description/Qualifications:
  • Works directly with and supervises large and small groups of children in planned activities throughout a variety of settings, such as: classroom, cafeteria, gym, computer lab, playground and while on field trips.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise mature judgment and manage children's behavior in a positive manner.
  • High school diploma plus Associates Degree or experience working with children in a child care or school setting
  • Ages 18 and up
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification

See attached job description for more job details
Schedule/ Hours:
  • Program Dates - June 5 through August 28, 2026. Closed June 19 & July 4
  • 8 hours per day. Shift start and end times vary by building
  • 32 hours per week plus some Fridays

Locations:
  • Cherry View Elementary
  • Lakeview Elementary
  • Lake Marion Elementary
  • John F Kennedy Elementary

Salary:
  • $16.00 - $21.13 per hour depending on experience

(Casual summer positions are not benefit eligible)
WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT US:
Student focused, community connected.
Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.
Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.
As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family!
Your benefits may include:
  • Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
  • 12 paid holidays each year.
  • Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
    • All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
    • Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
    • All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
    • Health benefits include:
      • Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST.
      • Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
      • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
      • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
      • Wellness rewards program.
  • Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
  • 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements
  • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA at for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
  • Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
  • Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
  • Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
  • Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
  • Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
  • Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being.

Support to help you reach your career goals:
  • Training, classes, and professional development.
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov.

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website
FULL BENEFIT GUIDEBOOK
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS:
There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out on our website under "Collective Bargaining Agreements"
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity
Internal and External applicants apply online https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/
Attachment(s):
  • Summer Adventures Assistant.pdf

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