What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Student Paul Edwin Potter Intern position at Indiana University Bloomington?
INDIANA GEOLOGICAL & WATER SUR (UA-GEOY-IUBLA)
The Indiana Geological and Water Survey (IGWS), a research institute of Indiana University (IU), seeks applications for the Paul Potter Internship Program.
Applicants will choose from the list below which project they prefer to work on.
Luminescence Geochronology Laboratory Work
Required
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
The role regularly requires the ability to communicate effectively. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
This position may include significant work in the field, and one must be able to travel over rough terrain.
1001 E 10th Street
Bloomington, Indiana 47405
This position is for 29 - 40 hours per week and lodging is provided.
Up to 10 weeks of work between May 26, 2026 - July 31, 2026.
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234
The Indiana Geological and Water Survey (IGWS), a research institute of Indiana University (IU), seeks applications for the Paul Potter Internship Program.
Applicants will choose from the list below which project they prefer to work on.
Luminescence Geochronology Laboratory Work
- Responsible for work at the IGWS Luminescence Geochronology lab.
- Assists in the field for sampling, archival core sampling, sample processing in our controlled lighting lab, documentation, and basic operation of lab instrumentation.
- Researches and informs on factors contributing to a wetland risk index score, with a heavy focus on groundwater connectivity.
- Works with a broad range of field, lab, and technical environments, gaining specific experience with tabular and raster datasets, GIS software, data practices, water balance, and hydrogeology.
Required
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or master's level student at Indiana University, with an interest in Indiana geoscience
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Intermediate knowledge of geology or natural sciences
Required
- Proficient communication skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrates time management and priority-setting skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Seeks to acquite knowledge in area of specialty
- Highly thorough and dependable
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work with groups of all ages and backgrounds
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel, and Outlook
- Demonstrates a strong geology background and an interest in geospatial data analysis
The role regularly requires the ability to communicate effectively. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
This position may include significant work in the field, and one must be able to travel over rough terrain.
1001 E 10th Street
Bloomington, Indiana 47405
This position is for 29 - 40 hours per week and lodging is provided.
Up to 10 weeks of work between May 26, 2026 - July 31, 2026.
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234