Job Opportunities

Student Opportunities

Are you an undergraduate student or a recent graduate? Learn and grow with us through hands-on internships in our accredited laboratory or as a seasonal field technician. UFI's summer paid internships typically begin in May or June with interviews conducted in February or March. Applications are accepted anytime and will be reviewed in January and February each year. Preferred student internship candidates will have at least one year of college chemistry, biology, or environmental science experience. 

High school students are encouraged to reach out to UFI staff to learn more about potential job shadowing or research opportunities.

Join Our Team

At the Upstate Freshwater Institute, we're passionate about understanding freshwater systems and providing information that leads to informed decisions regarding our most precious natural resource. As a part of our team, you'll work with talented professionals and contribute to important environmental research.

Review our available positions below!

Open Positions

Laboratory Technician Internship

UFI is seeking multiple Laboratory Technicians to join our team and gain hands-on experience in a certified environmental lab! In this entry-level role, technicians will conduct laboratory water quality analyses. Additionally, they will maintain laboratory records/documentation and equipment, perform standard laboratory procedures, and assist in sample receiving and processing. 

For a full description, please use this link. Follow the instructions in the full description to apply!