Chatham University
Chatham University
Posted 3 months ago
Internship
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
Assist the research team with invasive plant removal and equipment maintenance in the Eden Hall forests. Collect and upload data from soil moisture, radiation, and rain sensors to shared folders.
Qualifications
You will assist in invasive plant removal, data collection and management, and equipment maintenance for a funded research project. You will learn to use forestry equipment, identify native and invasive plants, manage data, and utilize specific software for data download.
Must Have Skills for ATS
chainsaws
wood chippers
HOBO-Onset software
Job Description
We value our students! If you see an open position that is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
Our ecologic and hydrologic research team at Eden Hall requires three student employees to assist in invasive plant removal, data collection and management, and equipment maintenance during the Spring 2027 semester. This project, Hydrologic Impacts of Plant Invasions (HIPI) is funded by a National Science Foundation grant.
Your tasks:
Removing invasive shrub plants from the research plots located in the Eden Hall forests
Downloading data from soil moisture sensors, photosynthetically active radiation sensors, and rain gauges. Uploading that data to the shared folder.
Maintaining equipment - checking batteries, checking for damage, etc.
Learning Outcomes:
Learning to use forestry equipment (chainsaws, wood chippers, etc.)
Native and invasive plant identification
Data management
Utilizing HOBO-Onset software to download data
All current student employees should notify their other manager(s) if you work multiple jobs on campus at the same time. Additionally, students may not work more than 20 hours per week (combined between all campus jobs) during the academic year. Students may not exceed 980 work hours per calendar year.
Student jobs do not automatically roll over to the next academic year or summer.
Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.
Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
With Runway
See Your Fit for This Role
1-5 min
Your Score
?
Top Applicants
90%
Your Job Search Advantage
Key Gaps & Next Steps:
Address these in your resume & Interview
Top Strengths For This Role
Highlight these in your cover letter & interview
Your Interview Guide
A Personalized Interview Strategy
Freshest Opportunities
Never Miss a Good Fit
Get notified when jobs mach your criteria