Undergraduate Research Intern

The successful candidate will work with Utah State University faculty at the Uintah Basin campus to conduct research at the Vernal campus of Utah State University Uintah Basin as well as field work in the Uintah Basin of Northeastern Utah.

This position is funded for no more than 29 hrs/wk for 14 weeks, May 1st-August 1st. Preference will be given to qualified Utah State University students and recent high school graduates from the Uintah Basin. Compensation will be $16.00 per hour.

The interns conducting research will collect data and enter data according to established protocols. The interns conducting fieldwork will make field observations of wildlife, collect data, and enter data according to established protocols. Interns will collaborate with faculty members to collect and assemble a high-quality data set in an efficient manner. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled.

• Conduct data gathering and analysis independently after training
• Data entry under direction of the faculty member

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to efficiently execute directives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Data entry experience
• Demonstrated strong performance in relevant coursework, including but not limited to one or more classes in a topic such as history or biology

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application   
3. The name, title, contact information, and relationship to the applicant for one professional reference (not family members or personal references)

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibration s from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 15 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.  

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU.  

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.  Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at or .  

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan , is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.  

*updated 7/2023

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity  Matthew Pinner,   ,   Distance Education Rm. 401,

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael,  , Distance Education Rm. 404,

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

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*updated 09/2023