The entomologist at the Northwest Mosquito Abatement District (NWMAD) in Wheeling, Illinois (northwest suburbs of Chicago) has a summer field and laboratory assistant position looking to be filled. I’ve attached a description of the position. I am hoping you know of an undergraduate student with and interest in biology, entomology or ecology that might be looking for summer employment. This job is an excellent opportunity for a student to gain valuable skills in both field work and in the laboratory. I would also entertain the idea of hiring a recent graduate looking to add experience to their resume.
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Summer 2023 Field and Laboratory Paid Internship Available
The Northwest Mosquito Abatement District (NWMAD) in Wheeling, IL (NW suburbs of Chicago) has 3 paid summer internships available.
Principal duties:
Assist in picking up and maintaining mosquito traps placed throughout the district (district vehicle provided).
Learn to identify adult and larval mosquitoes to species.
Testing certain mosquito species for the presence of West Nile virus using simple bioassay.
Assist with on-going research projects the district is collaborating on with other universities.
Opportunity to earn a Certificate of Public Health Entomology through the Midwest Center of Excellence for Vector-Borne Diseases.
Ability to use the internship towards experiential learning requirements or set up independent research project for university credit.
Work Environment:
$15.00 an hour
Work hours are Monday through Friday 7 am to 3:30 pm
Contact
Patrick Irwin, PhD
Entomologist and Assistant Director
147 W. Hintz Rd
Wheeling, IL 60090
Or visit https://www.nwmadil.com/seasonal-employment-opportunities for more information and application form.
