We are seeking a Student Intern to join the Hinson Lab at JAX in Farmington, CT.

About Your JAX Internship Experience

Join JAX for a season of professional growth and career exploration. As a JAX Intern, you will receive a dedicated mentor in your department and connect with fellow colleagues through JAX-sponsored activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the research team with basic lab tasks such as preparing solutions, labeling, and organizing samples.

• Observe and learn about cell culture techniques and other laboratory procedures.

• Compile and organize research data under guidance.

• Attend team meetings to understand the research process and findings.

• Assist with literature searches and summaries to support ongoing research.

• Learn and strictly adhere to lab safety protocols and guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

JAX encourages applications from a diverse mix of educational backgrounds and experiences. Preferred qualifications include:

• Currently enrolled in high school with a strong interest in science, particularly biology or medicine.

• Basic understanding of scientific principles, as demonstrated in coursework.

• Strong organizational and note-taking skills.

• Curiosity and eagerness to learn.

• Ability to commit to the duration of the internship.

The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.50

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.