Internships!

[Gisele Giorgi]

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MERRITT MICROSCOPY PROGRAM

INTERNSHIP INFO

     Do you need someone toŠ
o help maintain your microscopes?
o organize your database of images? 
o perform web searches?
o acquire images of your collection of slides?
o assist you on a summer project?

     The solution: obtain an intern from the MMP!

The primary goal of these internships is to expose our students to their future work environment.   In return, they are willing to help out with any number of lab projects and chores, both exciting and mundane.


Who are the students?
They are students who are midway through the Certificate in Bioscience Microscopy at Merritt College. 

What can they do?
They are specialists in fluorescence microscopy and digital imaging.  They also have general lab skills and training in GLP.   Some have degrees in Biology or Environmental Studies, while many others have professional experience in SEM, photography, computer programming.

Is it ok for them to do "grunt work?"
Yes, as long as they also get to do something educational: this includes attending lab meetings, talking to you, etc.

Do they have to be paid?
A stipend is gratefully accepted, but completely optional.  They will also get course credit for their work.

Can they work part-time?
Yes, most of our students already have another job, so they are only available part-time (a few hours per day, or one or two full days a week).

Are they available nights and weekends?
Yes, some of our students even prefer that schedule, since they also have full-time employment elsewhere.

When can they start?
As soon as early June.  They can work until mid August.

What are my responsibilities towards the intern?
To expose them to real science, mentor them, train them when possible, and evaluate them at the end of the summer.

What is Merritt College?
Merritt College is a Community College located in Oakland.  We are known for our leadership in science education.

What is the background of the interns?
Our students are diverse in every way possible, including their ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds.  Many are career-change students.

Can I get more information about the available students?
Yes, we can email you a synopsis of their bios.  They also are glad to send you their individual resume's and to come for a visit or interview.

How can I get more information about the Merritt Microscopy Program?
www.merritt.edu/microscopy

How do I obtain an intern?
Contact Dr. Gisèle Giorgi, [hidden email], 510-409-4837. 


Complete that long-delayed project, whittle down your "to-do" list and help train the next generation of scientists!