BioDiscovery Summer High School Internship

2025 BioDiscovery Students

Expand all

Responsibilities

BioDiscovery Summer High School Internship logo
All responsibilities will be done under the guidance of the expert researchers at The Hormel Institute, who have years of experience running a lab and teaching the next generation of scientists. 
  • Perform basic laboratory experiments 
  • Clean, sanitize, and maintain laboratory “bench” space and equipment 
  • Learn compliance and safety measures and ensure laboratory operations meet and exceed those requirements 
  • Document and maintain lab inventory 
  • Participate in lab meetings and become an active member of the lab team 
  • Participate in professional development opportunities 
  • Be curious and learn as much as you can

Required Qualifications

  • Open to students who will be entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in English 
  • Demonstrated maturity and ability to follow safety rules and compliance regulations 
  • A curious mind 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Skilled in completing work accurately and with attention to detail 
  • A demonstrated interest in science, research, and a lab environment 

Application Process

  • Stay tuned to apply for 2026!
  • For more information or if you have any questions, contact Education Manager Katie Young at 507-437-9633 or [email protected].