Intern Wanted: PA/NJ Chapter American Chestnut Foundation Outreach & Traveling Data Analysis

The PA/NJ Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Outreach and Traveling Data Analysis Intern for its program to increase the genetic diversity of the American Chestnut.

For almost 40 years, TACF has been working to restore the American chestnut to its original range. 

Current research is focused on developing early screening and genomic selection methods to accelerate selection for disease resistance and on increasing genetic diversity from American chestnut represented in the breeding program. 

TACF is seeking an intern for summer 2021 to contribute to these efforts. Working through a remote office at Penn State University, this position will be focused on work in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. 

Click Here for a job description and how to apply.

For more information on programs, initiatives, upcoming events and how you can get involved, visit the PA/NJ Chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation website, Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.  Visit the Chapter YouTube Channel.  Click Here to sign up for the Chapter newsletter.  Click Here to become a member.

[Posted: April 21, 2021]  PA Environment Digest