Louisiana Sea Grant Aquaculture Internship

Job Description

The employee will participate in the Louisiana Sea Grant Aquaculture Internship Program, a workforce development program designed to provide hands-on training and practical industry experience in aquaculture. Under the direction of Louisiana Sea Grant, the employee will participate in aquaculture training activities at LSU and the Louisiana Sea Grant Oyster Research Laboratory before completing an extended work-based learning experience with an industry partner in finfish, aquaponics, or oyster aquaculture.

The employee will perform aquaculture-related duties appropriate to the assigned industry operation, which may include animal husbandry and feeding, water quality monitoring, maintenance of aquaculture systems and equipment, harvesting and processing activities, farm or facility maintenance, and recordkeeping. The employee will follow applicable safety procedures, work schedules, and supervisory instructions; maintain professional conduct and attendance; participate in required Louisiana Sea Grant program activities and training; and complete applicable program documentation and evaluations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma.

Special Instructions

• Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address.
• Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
• A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required before hiring.
• Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings in accordance with University Policy as required and RS:17 screenings.
• For questions or concerns about updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu.
• For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Elizabeth Robinson at erobi22@lsu.edu.

Additional Position Information

Background Check

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Employer of Record Services

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Work Authorization

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

Deadline: December 25, 2026 (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified).