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The chemistry
intern position is a non-paid commitment of at least six months,
or until the intern project is completed, whichever comes
first. Chemistry interns are expected to work a minimum of
eight hours per week during normal daytime work hours (holidays
excluded). They are given a scientific project to complete
under the direction of a research mentor. The projects require
interns who are self-directed and goal-oriented. Chemistry
interns are required to go through in-house safety training
in handling biological and chemical hazards prior to working
with hazardous materials.
A potential
candidate for the position of chemistry intern meets the minimum
requirements listed below. Do not apply for this position
if you do not meet these minimum requirements.
- Completion
of at least the third year towards a Bachelor of Science
degree in a hard science, preferably chemistry;
- Has
hands-on experience in a chemistry laboratory (classes or
research projects);
- Is
willing to work with biological and chemical hazards, and;
- Can
pass a background investigation done by the Sheriff's Personnel
division.
Preferred
experience includes:
- Completion
of a quantitative or analytical chemistry class;
- Demonstration
of success in self-directed projects;
- Experience
performing literature searches;
- Experience
performing validation studies;
- Experience
with digital photography and simple uses of Photoshop, and;
- Publication
or presentation of original research in a reputable scientific
journal or at a reputable scientific professional meeting.
If the
assigned project is successful interns will benefit by:
- Publishing
or presenting (or both) the results at a professional meeting;
- Learning
about the forensic science surrounding the project;
- Possible
exposure to casework observation, and;
- Exposure
to the internal workings of a crime laboratory.
If you
are interested in becoming a chemistry intern, submit the
following:
- The
General Application;
- The
Chemistry Supplemental Application, and
- An
official transcript to:
carolyn.gannett@sdsheriff.org
Carolyn Gannett
San Diego Sheriff's Crime Lab
5255 Mt Etna Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
Questions?
E-Mail carolyn.gannett@sdsheriff.org
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