SHS Science Department Read Discovery Center Intern Internal SPS Students Only Salem Public Schools Salem MA SY 2025-2026

Position Overview:

The Science Department seeks self directed and responsible student interns to support teachers and staff in maintaining the smooth operation of science classes labs and facilities. Interns will gain hands-on experience in lab preparation equipment management and applied science practices while contributing to the overall success of the department.

Responsibilities:

• Lab Support: Assist teachers in preparing materials equipment and lab stations before experiments; help clean and organize lab spaces after use.
• Stockroom & Inventory: Monitor organize and restock supplies; track equipment and materials; assist in safe storage and disposal practices
• Hydroponics & Aquaculture Labs: Participate in the care and maintenance of plants and aquatic organisms including monitoring systems recording data and troubleshooting basic issues.
• Equipment Care: Clean maintain and report any damaged or missing lab equipment.
• Team Collaboration: Work with teachers staff and peers to ensure smooth lab operations and efficient use of resources.
• Safety Practices: Follow all lab safety protocols and model proper lab conduct.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in high school with an interest in science sustainability or environmental studies.
• Strong sense of responsibility reliability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and apply new skills related to lab management and applied sciences.
• Prior lab experience (through coursework or clubs) is a plus but not required.

Learning Benefits:

• Gain hands-on skills in laboratory preparation inventory management and applied science systems.
• Develop teamwork organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Contribute to meaningful projects in sustainability and science education.
• Build experiences valuable for college career readiness and leadership opportunities.

Time Commitment:

• Flexible typically one class block or designated hours per week (to be arranged with the Science Department).

Supervisor:

• Science Department Chair or assigned science teacher.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salem Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information or disability as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.