About this role
Job title: Undergraduate Research Assistant
About the Role The Villanova Center for Resilient Water Systems is hiring student interns to assist with off-campus stormwater monitoring, field testing, and laboratory testing and analysis. This internship supports ongoing stormwater management research as part of PennDOT’s I-95 Girard Avenue Interchange Reconstruction Project.
What You'll Do
- Complete lab and/or field work to support stormwater sampling and flow and soil measurements.
- Conduct laboratory work including soil classification testing, data management and analysis, maintaining a safe and clean lab, and preparing samples and equipment.
- Perform field work such as assisting graduate students with maintaining field sites, collecting samples, installing/maintaining equipment, and infiltration testing.
What We're Looking For
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow directions.
- Science or engineering major preferred.
- Previous lab experience a plus.
- Critical thinking skills to work safely in the lab and field.
Nice to Have
- Previous lab experience.
Compensation & Benefits
- Wage: $15/hr.
- Hours: up to 20 hours per week.
- Location: Off-Campus; work-study preferred but open to all students.