Food Safety Lab Intern - Dept. of Agriculture Labs ...

Reference #: 5159623THE POSITIONAre you ready to contribute to the foundation of Pennsylvania's agriculture? u00a0Join the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture as a Food Safety Lab Intern and get essential, hands-on experience in a professional laboratory setting u00a0Internships at the Department of Agriculture provide an exciting learning opportunity for students to gain insight and assist in activities directed towards our mission to encourage, protect, and promote agriculture throughout the Commonwealth. u00a0If you have an interest in public service and want to gain valuable work experience that may be used toward a career after graduation, we invite you to apply with us todayDESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Food Safety Lab Intern, you will have the exciting opportunity to join forces with the Department of Agriculture and become a crucial link in ensuring the safety of meals served through the Department of Education's Children's Summer Food Program u00a0You will apply your acquired knowledge of sanitation and food safety by performing assigned microbiological analysis on summer lunch program samples, following strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). u00a0You will also learn how to conduct core lab techniques by accurately receiving samples, preparing necessary reagents, setting up samples for testing, and documenting results on databases and terested in learning more? u00a0Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2026 through 8/28/2026.Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. u00a0Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.u00a0 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSInternship Requirements:Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a bachelor's, or advanced degree program in:MicrobiologyBiologyFood ScienceChemistryBiochemistryAn approved major course at an accredited college or university.Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)Freshman year completed by May 2026Pennsylvania residency or enrollment of a Pennsylvania college or university.Additional Requirements:You must possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.You must be able to perform essential job functions.How to Apply:Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. u00a0Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). u00a0Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. u00a0You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. u00a0You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. u00a0All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. u00a0Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.Veterans:Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. u00a0To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an nterview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Created: 2026-01-22