Title:  Website Content Developer
Job Number:  2026A01-A/B
Supervisor:  Melissa Keats
Organization:  WISE NL
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
Students will spend 35 hours/week assisting with the development and maintenance of web content on current WISE NL websites. Tasks will include planning, developing and updating web content, end-user testing and development of training materials and website launch and promotion. Students will become familiar with WordPress, HTML and CSS (if applicable).

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A02
Supervisor:  Ronald Haynes
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
Many problems of interest to industry and governments can be expressed as mathematical optimization problems. In this project, the student will explore optimization problems related to supply management and delivery systems, such as determining the most efficient way to schedule delivery trucks (for example, scheduling Dragonfly delivery trucks).

The student will begin with an introduction to Python programming and then apply these skills to solve a delivery optimization problem numerically. Through this process, the student will:

– Read about and develop an understanding of mathematical optimization problems

– Learn about delivery optimization problems and how they arise in real-world logistics systems

– Develop proficiency in the basics of Python programming

– Apply their knowledge to a sample delivery optimization problem

Title:  Data Quality Assurance Specialist
Job Number:  2026A03-A/B
Supervisor:  Karteek Popuri
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Computer Science
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The Data and Image Analysis Group (DIAG) in the Department of Computer Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) is offering a summer placement for student interested in science and technology. The student will work on a research project involving veterinary CT (Computed Tomography) scans that are used to train artificial intelligence (AI) systems aimed at improving animal healthcare through automated, quantitative health measurements.

The student’s main tasks will include using computer software to manually label anatomical structures in veterinary CT images, following clear guidelines, checking their work for accuracy, and keeping simple records. The work is computer-based and takes place in a supervised university lab environment, with no fieldwork or contact with animals.

Through this placement, the student will gain hands-on experience in a real research lab, learn how AI is applied in healthcare, and develop strong computer skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of data privacy and ethical research practices. No prior experience is required, as training in lab safety, data confidentiality, and software tools will be provided.

The position is based in the DIAG Lab at MUN and is a full-time summer placement (approximately 30–35 hours per week). This opportunity is ideal for Grade 10 or 11 students who are curious, detail-oriented, and interested in computer science, artificial intelligence, or health-related research.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A04
Supervisor:  Kelly Hawboldt
Organization:  Memorial University – Faculty of Engineering
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The student will assist graduate students working on the bioprocessing of biomass to produce value-added products. Responsibilities may include assisting with experiments, supporting analysis of results, and conducting literature reviews related to ongoing research projects.

Through this role, the student will gain exposure to the research process and develop an understanding of how diverse process and chemical engineering can be. The student will also gain experience working in a research environment and supporting experimental work.

Title:  Junior Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A05-A/B
Supervisor:  Kshama Roy
Organization:  Memorial University – Faculty of Engineering
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
Title: Integrated Analysis of Landslide Risk and Strategic Human Resettlement in a Geologically Sensitive Region to Enhance Community Resilience to Natural Hazards

Project Summary:

This research project aims to develop a data-driven strategy for minimizing landslide risk in a geologically sensitive region by integrating geological, climatic, and anthropogenic factors. The core objective is to investigate the relationship between underlying geology, rainfall intensity, historical landslide occurrences, and patterns of human settlement over the past 50 years.

First, a geological map of the region will be analyzed to identify the distribution of a known weak geological formation susceptible to landslides. Simultaneously, 50 years of rainfall data will be evaluated to determine trends in rainfall intensity and duration, key contributors to slope failure in this area. A comprehensive landslide inventory spanning the same time frame will be assembled, enabling spatial and temporal correlation with both geological features and rainfall patterns.

Next, historical data on human settlements will be studied to trace the expansion and relocation of communities over time. This will help assess whether changes in settlement patterns have influenced, or been influenced by, landslide occurrences.

By synthesizing the relationships among geology, climate, landslides, and human settlement patterns, the project will generate predictive insights. The final deliverable will be a strategic human resettlement map that identifies safer zones underlain by more stable geology, providing clear recommendations for relocating at-risk populations. This future-focused map will serve as a decision-support tool for urban planners and policymakers to reduce landslide risk and enhance community resilience in the face of increasing climate variability.

The junior research assistant, hired for this summer program, will primarily support the project through a structured literature review focused geology, rainfall intensity, historical landslide occurrences, and patterns of human settlement. Depending on the student’s skills and interests, there may also be opportunities to assist with basic GIS mapping and preliminary data analysis under close supervision. In addition, the student will support two visiting undergraduate students joining the project from two different countries in Europe in Summer 2026 by assisting with background research, data organization, and general project coordination.

Overall, this study aims to strengthen community resilience against natural hazards by providing science-based strategies to reduce exposure and safeguard lives in vulnerable regions.

Title:  Research Assistant, Marine Cybersecurity
Job Number:  2026A06-A/B
Supervisor:  Jonathan Anderson
Organization:  Memorial University – Faculty of Engineering/Marine Institute
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
Our research group is looking for 1–2 students to work with us as we develop technology to keep ships and seafarers safe from cyberattack. If you are interested in the maritime sector, electronics, cybersecurity or any combination thereof, this could be the placement for you! You will have opportunities to learn about how ships and autonomous vessels work, how they interact with human seafarers and how they are vulnerable to cyberattack. You will work collaboratively with a variety of people from Engineering and the Marine Institue, including researchers, engineers and marine instructors, as we design and build systems to protect the critical systems that the marine sector relies on.

Specific tasks will depend on the interests and skill sets of the student(s) placed with us, but could include:

– assembling and testing marine equipment on the benchtop

– assembling and testing marine equipment on the water (at The Launch)

– learning about marine equipment standards and cybersecurity

– observing seafarer training in full-motion simulators

– participating in the remote operation of a small autonomous vessel

– participating in (and presenting at) group meetings

Title:  Student Engineering Assistant
Job Number:  2026A07
Supervisor:  Jenna Power
Organization:  Memorial University – Faculty of Engineering
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The Department of Technical Services supports Memorial University’s teaching, research and facilities by providing engineering design, fabrication, and technical problem-solving services. Our Mechanical Division works across the university to design, modify, and improve research and testing systems, develop prototypes, and support a wide range of academic and research needs.

This student placement offers an engaging, hands-on introduction to engineering in a real-world university setting. The student will work alongside an experienced engineering and technical team to learn how engineering ideas are developed, designed, and brought to life. The placement includes exposure to computer-aided design software such as SolidWorks, manufacturing and fabrication processes, and the collaborative, day-to-day workings of our engineering department from conceptual design to finished product.

While specific projects may vary, the student will contribute to a small, supervised design project that introduces the engineering design process from initial concept through to modelling and fabrication. Students are welcome to bring a project idea they are interested in exploring, or a project will be provided to support their learning goals.

The student will experience a combination of office-based design work and hands-on shop activities, with occasional site visits around the university, gaining insight into how engineering projects are planned, reviewed and completed. Safety and mentorship are central to this role, and all hands-on activities will be supervised with appropriate training and guidance.

Throughout the placement, the student will develop practical skills including time management, organization, technical communication, CAD modelling, and an understanding of engineering design and manufacturing processes. By the end of the program, the student will have gained meaningful experience working in an engineering environment, contributing to a project, and collaborating as part of a technical team.

This position is intended to spark curiosity, build confidence, and provide exposure to a wide range of engineering and technical skills and career paths. Students who are curious, enjoy problem-solving, and are interested in learning what engineering looks like beyond the classroom are encouraged to apply.

Work environment and location:

The placement is primarily based in the Technical Services Department located in the S.J. Carew (Engineering) building at Memorial University. The role mostly involves office and shop work, with occasional fieldwork and site visits.

Hours of work:

Monday to Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A08-A/B
Supervisor:  Lihong Zhang
Organization:  Memorial University – Faculty of Engineering
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
Artificial intelligence (AI) has penetrated in the modern daily life. A large language model (LLM) is an AI model that uses deep learning to perform natural language processing tasks. Since ChatGPT debuted in November 2022, LLM has kicked off a wave of generative AI products and applications in different areas. For the engineering problems (such as electronic circuit design), inference and optimization are needed.

This project is to study how to properly use LLM to solve engineering problems especially through inference and optimization. This job will provide the students a learning environment for studying LLM, inference, and optimization. The students are expected to learn how to use certain software (e.g., ChatGPT, DeepSeek, and Llama) to work on problem formulation, prompt formation, output analysis, and performance comparison. The student will extend their science (in particular, computer software) knowledge to look at engineering applications. LLM app usage will be intensively learned and practiced in this project.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A09
Supervisor:  Rashmi Panigrahi
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Human Biosciences
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The student will gain hands-on experience with several molecular biology techniques used to study DNA and proteins. This includes amplifying nucleosomal DNA using polymerase chain reaction (PCR), performing bacterial (E. coli) protein expression and purification, and visualizing DNA and protein structures using the Pymol molecular visualization software.

Through these activities, the student will develop a basic understanding of PCR, protein overexpression using an E. coli system, and structural visualization using Pymol, while gaining practical laboratory experience with these techniques.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A10
Supervisor:  Valerie Booth
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Human Biosciences
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The student will assist with research examining how tightly antimicrobial peptides bind to the carbohydrate components of cell envelopes, and will compare this to how tightly the same peptides bind to lipid membranes.

Responsibilities will include preparing lipid and carbohydrate samples in buffer and taking measurements using an isothermal titration calorimeter. Through this work, the student will learn how to prepare samples and buffers and how to run calorimetry experiments.

The student will also gain experience working as part of a research team.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A11
Supervisor:  Patrick Gagnon
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Ocean Sciences
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
To assist research on marine invertebrates, fishes, and seaweeds. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

1) stereoscopic and microscopic analysis of biological tissues,

2) identification, counting, and weighing of organisms,

3) quantification of animal behaviour, and

4) analysis of seabed imagery acquired by divers.

This work will be conducted in a laboratory setting. If interested, the student will be offered opportunities to assist with frequent field work on board a research vessel or involving marine habitat mapping with aerial drones as well as GIS data implementation and analysis.

Title:  Aquarium Interpreter
Job Number:  2026A12
Supervisor:  William Driedzic
Organization:  Champney’s West Aquarium
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The primary responsibility of this position will be to inform visitors of all ages about a variety of marine animals on display in both touch tanks and large tanks. The student will be part of the team that runs a public marine aquarium.

Tasks will include interacting with visitors, caring for animals, helping maintain the facility, assisting with animal collection, and participating in team teaching activities. Foremost, the student will learn about the animals on display and how to care for them. As the student becomes more familiar with the exhibits, they will also develop confidence interacting with visitors of all ages and sharing interesting information about the animals and displays.

Title:  Nursery Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A13
Supervisor:  Timothy Walsh
Organization:  Memorial University – Botanical Garden
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The successful applicant will work in a botanical garden nursery and help to provide all the necessary care to all levels of a plant development, from early propagation to plant maturity. The applicant will work inside a greenhouse, hoophouse, coldhouse and alpine house as well as open field beds. We will explore the common tasks of planting, watering, fertilizing, staking, pruning, and pest control, and will also work on the aesthetics of horticulture and design with container planting and special displays.

The Nursery Research Assistant will also work on the gardens ex-situ collections of rare and endangered plants of The Great Northern Peninsula, plus help introduce the basics of horticulture to summer youth camp students.

Title:  Genetics Laboratory Assistant
Job Number:  2026A14
Supervisor:  Brian Staveley
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Biology
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The successful applicant will aid undergraduate and graduate students in the daily operations of a molecular cell biology and developmental genetics laboratory. Duties include:

(1) Care and maintenance of Drosophila (common fruit fly) cultures employed as models of human diseases (i.e. Parkinson’s Disease, ALS, and aging;

(2) Assisting in carrying out biological and behavioural experiments into the effects of altering life and cell death in Drosophila melanogaster; &

(3) General laboratory duties.

Through this placement, the student will develop basic laboratory skills, maintain laboratory records, learn to collect scientific research and review articles.

Title:  STEM Program Designer
Job Number:  2026A15
Supervisor:  Jon Butler
Organization:  The Fluvarium
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
Are you looking to make a meaningful impact during your WISE NL summer placement? Are you creative, curious, and excited about working with team of engineering students to design fun, hands-on STEM experiences? Do you enjoy being outdoors, trying new ideas, and helping others learn through play? Then this opportunity is for you!

Apply to join the Special Projects Team at The Fluvarium, where you will help design, develop, and deliver an engaging STEM summer camp for youth ages 9-13. This camp will be inspired by an exciting engineering remote controlled (RC) boat competition happening at the Faculty of Engineering Fluid Lab (in the wave tank), while remaining a unique experience of its own.

The Organization – The Fluvarium

Through education, advocacy, and stewardship, The Fluvarium inspires the protection, conservation, and enhancement of freshwater ecosystems in the Northeast Avalon region of Newfoundland and Labrador. Located in Canada’s largest urban park, The Fluvarium is a public centre of environmental excellence and a hub for hands-on learning.

One of The Fluvarium’s most well-known events is the Annual Rennie’s River Duck Race, a St. John’s tradition since 1988. Each year, crowds gather along the riverbanks to watch thousands of yellow rubber ducks race downstream, raising funds to support environmental education, conservation, and stewardship initiatives.

In 2025, The Fluvarium is expanding its vision, and with your help, will introduce a new generation of learners to engineering, environmental awareness, and outdoor exploration.

The Opportunity – STEM Summer Camp Development

This placement focuses on helping to design and deliver a STEM summer camp for children aged 9-13. Camp participants will:

* Design, 3D print, and race their own small RC boats

* Learn about freshwater ecosystems and environmental stewardship

* Explore outdoors through guided activities

* Take part in fun games, team challenges, and creative problem-solving

During the camp, participants will also have the opportunity to watch engineering students race RC boats as part of a university competition and compare those designs to their own, helping them see how ideas grow from simple concepts to more advanced engineering solutions.

As a WISE NL student, you’ll help bring this camp to life.

You Will Be Expected To…

* Be organized and responsible. With guidance and support, you’ll help plan activities, prepare materials, and follow schedules.

* Be creative and collaborative. You’ll work with Fluvarium staff and engineering students to brainstorm ideas, test activities, and improve the camp experience.

* Be enthusiastic and supportive. You’ll help create a welcoming, fun, and safe environment for younger campers.

* Be willing to learn. This placement is about gaining new skills, trying new things, and growing your confidence.

Title:  Science Educator and Aquarist
Job Number:  2026A16-A/B
Supervisor:  Keith Moore
Organization:  Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium is a non-profit, catch-and-release marine aquarium featuring live animals from our local waters.  Our mission is to foster curiosity of local marine life and our ocean, and inspire action towards personal and global sustainability through display, interpretation and direct action.   Our employees help advance this mission by engaging the public through our exhibitions, public and school programs, special events and one-on-one interaction.  If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys interacting with the public and learning through fun, then the Mini Aquarium has opportunities that are right for you.

We are looking for curious, enthusiastic, outgoing individuals who can engage and educate Mini Aquarium visitors about local marine life and our oceans.  As a member of our team, you will learn the skills to become an effective Science Educator and Aquarist.

Science Educators translate science principles into regular, everyday language so that visitors can understand why marine life is so cool!  Aquarist duties involve taking care of the animals – feeding, cleaning exhibits and water quality monitoring.  You will be responsible for upholding our high level of interpretive programming and guest interactions (from exhibit tours, touch tank programs and Virtual Reality experiences, to leading programming for summer camp groups), maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of our exhibits and assisting with animal care.  Our team members are also responsible for support our fundraising efforts through ticket sales; working as front line staff at the admissions desk; and cash handling / opening & closing duties.  These positions will report directly to the Aquarium Manager & Curator, and will be supervised by the Program Supervisor and Summer Outreach Supervisor.

Title:  Science Interpreter
Job Number:  2026A17-A/B
Supervisor:  Andrea van Nostrand
Organization:  Johnson Geo Centre
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
As a Summer Science Interpreter, the student will play a vital role in helping to provide meaningful learning experiences for the public. Interpreter duties include the presentation of daily science-themed programs to visitors of all ages, interacting with the public, answering questions, researching answers, and conducting science demonstrations. Depending on their interests and abilities, the student may also have an opportunity to assist with summer camps.

The student will be responsible for greeting visitors, answering their questions, and helping them in any way they can. They will learn and present 20-minute science talks, tours, and science demonstrations; assist staff with science camps; and help operate the 2D/3D theatre and light exhibit, as well as provide exhibit security.

Students will acquire new and hone existing life skills. These include client service through interacting with visitors; teamwork by working with staff and other summer students; communication by interacting with the public and presenting scientific themes; problem solving when things do not always go as planned and solutions are needed; time management during busy summer days with scheduled activities; and creative thinking when finding ways to explain difficult scientific ideas to a variety of audiences.

Title:  Atlantic Puffin Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A18
Supervisor:  Pierre-Paul Bitton
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Psychology
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The Atlantic Puffin Research Assistant will be involved in a variety of activities related to the 2026 field season. The student will participate in day trips to Great Island (with the possibility of extended trips) to collect data that will help address research questions about puffin social networks and their ability to recognize one another.

Responsibilities will include assisting with field planning, field data collection, and data management. In the lab, the student will help extract and analyze information from photographs and audio recordings collected during fieldwork.

Students will gain experience planning field activities, collecting and managing research data, and using image and audio analysis methods. There may also be opportunities for the student to conceptualize and carry out a small project of their own if they are interested.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A19-A/B
Supervisor:  Ashlyn Swift-Gallant
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Psychology
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
Students will join a preclinical research laboratory that studies how early brain development is shaped during pregnancy. The lab focuses on understanding neurodevelopmental conditions by examining how hormones (such as testosterone), the immune system, and the placenta influence brain development.

Students will be part of a supportive research team and will gain hands-on experience working with transgenic mouse models commonly used in neuroscience and developmental biology. They will learn how scientists ask and test questions about brain development, pregnancy health, and behavior. The position is designed for students with little or no prior lab experience, and training will be provided in all techniques.

Title:  Student Research Assistant

Job Number:  2026A20-A/B
Supervisor:  Heath Matheson
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Psychology
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
Applicants will assist in behavioural and electrophysiological research with human participants investigating the neural correlates of conceptual thinking within ongoing research in cognitive psychology/neuroscience in the CREATE Lab surrounding embodied cognition. Applicants may participate in all phases of a research project, including methodological development (e.g. creation of experimental materials), data collection from human participants, data curating and analysis, and knowledge dissemination (e.g. preparing conference posters).

The successful student will garner an understanding of experimental psychology in cognition, and develop skills in psychological methods and statistics programming. Students will attend skill building workshops within the lab and attend regular group lab meetings where they’ll contribute and partake in science communication.

Title:  Applied Vision Science Intern
Job Number:  2026A21-A/B
Supervisor:  Ariel Hannaford and Sarah Hutchens
Organization:  The Vision Development Centre
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
We will provide hands-on exposure to vision science, behavioural optometry, and child development within a clinical/healthcare setting. The student will explore how visual efficiency, binocular vision and attention relate to learning and everyday function in children, adolescents, and the traumatic brain injury population.

The intern will work under close supervision in a professional optometry clinic, combining clinical observation, supervised test administration, data collection, and independent research projects. The placement emphasizes scientific thinking, data literacy, and clear communication rather than patient care.

The ideal candidate has an interest in the visual system, psychology, medicine, child development, and rehabiliation.

Title:  Food Marketing Investigator
Job Number:  2026A22-A/B
Supervisor:  Rachel Prowse
Organization:  Memorial University – Faculty of Medicine
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
This job is for engaged youth who are interested in food and nutrition. In this position, students will support a registered dietitian and researchers to explore how food is marketed to children and youth in different ways, such as on television, on social media, in fast food restaurants. The students will use their personal experiences to help inform real scientific methods to measure food marketing exposures through quantitative (counting) and qualitative (descriptions) methods. The students will gain knowledge related to nutrition, health, policy, and research. The students will gain soft skills in professionalism, independence, initiative, critical thinking, problem solving, as well as technical skills in nutrition analysis, and technology.

The students will join a supportive research team and have the option to learn from undergraduate and graduate students. The placements will include office work and some fieldwork. No specialized safety training is required. The work location is the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University. The regular work hours are usually 9-4pm Monday to Friday, but are flexible. This placement can be completed fully remote, although some in-person meetings are preferred.

Title:  Outreach and Engagement Assistant
Job Number:  2026A23-A/B
Supervisor:  Danielle Nichols
Organization:  Memorial University – Faculty of Medicine
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The Outreach and Engagement Summer Assistant (s) will play an important role in supporting MedQuest, a dynamic medical career exploration initiative for high school students, as well as other Faculty of Medicine outreach activities offered through the Faculty of Medicine. This position offers hands‑on exposure to health science education, community engagement, and professional environments, and is designed to give students meaningful experience that complements their interests in medicine, education, communication and public outreach.

Key responsibilities include:

– Assist with the preparation and organization of educational materials and supplies for outreach programming.

– Support setup, teardown, and logistical coordination in medical teaching labs and event spaces.

– Participate in the delivery of hands‑on activities, helping participants engage with curriculum content and explore healthcare careers.

– Assist with registration, participant support, and facilitation during MedQuest and related outreach events.

– Help with outreach communication tasks, such as gathering feedback, helping manage materials, and contributing to post‑event evaluations.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A24
Supervisor:  Erika Merschrod
Organization:  Memorial University – Deptartment of Chemistry
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
Microplastics and nanoplastics are everywhere, but they can be difficult to detect and identify.  Working with a diverse group of scientists, you will develop and test new methods for detection of microplastics in complex (real-world) samples.  Depending on your interests, this could be in food, beauty products, soil, water, etc.  You will be trained on cutting edge instrumentation and will have the opportunity to design your own experiments and collaborate with other students in data analysis and interpretation.

A day in the lab might involve plotting data, doing a web search to help analyze the data, planning a new experiment, using a microscope, and chatting with other researchers about your results.  There are opportunities for coding, writing papers, creating graphics, or developing a public communications project for students interested in those activities.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026A25-A/B
Supervisor:  Lindsay Cahill
Organization:  Memorial University – Department of Chemistry
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The student will be involved in a variety of activities within our research group. This includes assisting with the collection of biological samples from both humans (blood and placenta) and mice, supporting biomedical imaging studies of mice, and participating in community outreach activities related to our research. The student will gain exposure to multiple aspects of the research process and will be matched to tasks that align with their interests whenever possible. There may also be opportunities to contribute to research outputs, with the potential to be included as a co-author on a publication.

Title:  Laboratory Technician C
Job Number:  2026A26-A/B
Supervisor:  Suzette Winter
Organization:  AGAT Laboratories
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The Lab Technician C is the entry-level position in the laboratory. This position works under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor and other laboratory team members. The Lab Tech C assists with administrative and basic laboratory activities.

Responsibilities may include performing basic laboratory procedures such as the preparation of samples, reagents, and calibration solutions. The student will also provide general laboratory support, including washing glassware, cleaning workstations, and assisting with waste disposal. The student may operate instruments and, with guidance from senior staff, assist with maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting. Additional tasks may include performing basic analyses and reporting results, as well as other duties as assigned.

This position provides students with the opportunity to build transferable skills, such as working as part of a team in a professional setting, meeting company and client expectations, and strengthening communication skills. It also provides the opportunity to learn basic scientific skills, such as aseptic technique, chemical preparations, and equipment maintenance.

Title:  Marine Interpreter
Job Number:  2026W01
Supervisor:  Jill McCue-Laing
Organization:  Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station
Number of positions:  1
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The student will help deliver guided tours of the sea-life aquarium, sharing information about marine plants and animals, as well as the geology and marine environments of the Bonne Bay region. They will also discuss marine research being carried out at the station with visitors.

Responsibilities will include assisting with the feeding and care of marine invertebrates and fish, cleaning and maintaining aquaria, and helping develop and maintain interpretive displays. The student will interact with the public by greeting and checking in visitors using a cash register and POS machine, answering questions about the animals and the surrounding area, and helping create an engaging experience for aquarium guests.

Through this role, the student will gain experience caring for animals, maintaining exhibits, interacting with the public, and communicating scientific information to visitors.

Title:  Physics Outreach Coordinator
Job Number:  2026W02-A/B
Supervisor:  Svetlana Barkanova
Organization:  Memorial University Grenfell Campus
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  Yes

Description:
The successful candidate will work collaboratively on-site with the Grenfell Campus Office of Engagement, assisting with the development of Physics in the Classroom Programming and delivering/developing materials for youth-focused physics outreach at the Memorial University Community Hubs.

The position involves developing materials, collaborating with internal and external partners, coordinating events, and delivering public outreach, including youth outreach. The ideal candidate will be reliable and responsible, possessing strong organizational skills, and have the ability to work independently.

Title:  Species at Risk Conservation Assistant for WISE Student: Recovery Action for Piping Plover and Bank Swallow in Western Newfoundland
Job Number:  2026W03-A/B
Supervisor:  Kathleen Blanchard
Organization:  Intervale Associates Inc.
Number of positions:  2 Positions: Port aux Basques – Codroy Valley; Stephenville Crossing – St. George’s
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The WISE Student Intern will work as a Piping Plover and Bank Swallow Guardian to protect the nesting birds, their eggs, young, and nesting habitat from human disturbance and to inform the public of best practices when visiting beaches and coastal bluffs of western Newfoundland. The WISE student will partake in a national program for recovery of species at risk and will interact with biologists and technicians working in Newfoundland for recovery of endangered Piping Plover and threatened Bank Swallow. The job description involves both scientific monitoring and educational components and links to priority recovery measures outlined in federal Recovery Strategies for the Piping Plover and Bank Swallow.

Working under a field supervisor holding federal and provincial permits, the WISE student will learn how to use a specially designed app to collect data in the field on the presence of Piping Plover and Bank Swallow and on human disturbance (e.g., ATVs, dogs off leash, etc.). The WISE student will learn how data are compiled, analyzed, and submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada as part of a continental science-based recovery effort that has been underway for over two decades. The student will also collect coordinates essential to mapping of nest sites (Piping Plover) and nesting colonies (Bank Swallow). The WISE student will walk the lengths of several beautiful and undeveloped beaches, looking for Piping Plover, Bank Swallow, and other bird species. The student will become familiar with up to 10 different beaches, 7 of which are connected to form a stretch of coast that encompasses 11 km. The student will also learn how Intervale has been monitoring about 30+ Bank Swallow colonies in recent years.

The WISE student will also participate in education, training, and outreach activities on the beaches and in local school classrooms and generate social media content that spreads the conservation message. The student will encourage best practices among beach users, cabin owners, ATV users, and community members; organize activities and displays at community events such as summer festivals and the Bay St. George Pow-wow; and participate in training and information sessions organized by Intervale for schools in Port aux Basques, Codroy Valley, Stephenville Crossing, and St. George’s. The WISE student will monitor comments from the public at designated trail-head guest book boxes leading to popular beaches. The student will generate content for at least three social media posts that convey conservation messages

The WISE student will be trained and supervised by Intervale biologists and when in the field or in the classroom will be accompanied by another person such as a technician or biologist. The student will also spend a portion of their time working remotely from home (e.g., developing social media posts, contributing information to summary reports).

On occasion, the WISE student may be offered opportunity to learn about other science-based projects underway by Intervale biologists, such as studies to restore in-stream habitat for Atlantic salmon or to document locations of rare lichens or limestone barrens plants.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026W04-A/B
Supervisor:  Mumtaz Cheema
Organization:  Memorial University Grenfell Campus
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The student will assist graduate students with measuring real-time greenhouse gases and collecting soil samples from field experiments. Responsibilities will include greenhouse gas measurements and soil sampling in the field.

During the program, the student will receive hands-on training using the Gasmet instrument and in preparing soil samples for the analysis of basic soil properties.

Title:  Research Assistant
Job Number:  2026W05-A/B
Supervisor:  Jianghua Wu
Organization:  Memorial University Grenfell Campus
Number of positions:  2
Capacity for remote work:  No

Description:
The Research Assistant will be involved in projects studying how climate change and human disturbances affect greenhouse gas emissions in boreal peatlands through a field manipulative experiment. This research involves field sampling, field measurements, laboratory sample analysis, and data analysis.

The student will assist with field sampling, including gas, water, vegetation, and soil sampling. They will also help with sample analysis in the laboratory (including gas, water, vegetation, and soil samples), data analysis, and literature reviews related to the research.

Through this work, the student will gain an understanding of the scientific and environmental importance of the research. They will learn how field sampling and laboratory analyses are carried out to generate data for a research program, and gain insight into the work of an environmental scientist, particularly in the field of global change science. The student will also gain experience analyzing and interpreting data to address research questions and working as part of a team on a larger research project.