Interested in a career in agriculture, botany, plant pathology, entomology, or other biological sciences? The USDA Pathways, William F. Helms Internship program provides university and college-level students with the opportunity to help protect U.S. agriculture and the environment while facilitating global trade of pest and disease-free agricultural goods. Students may experience hands-on activities like inspecting plants, plant products and other regulated items for pests or disease; conducting crop and commodity surveys; assisting with the identification of suspected pests and diseases; or participating in plant health emergency response efforts.  

Eligibility:

• Be a US citizen;
• Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited college or university;
• Be a sophomore or junior in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA;
• Be enrolled in programs related to agriculture or the biological sciences; and
• Agree to work for the Agency during school breaks (both summer and holiday breaks) a minimum of 640 hours prior to completion of studies.

Application Deadline: Spring 2018