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Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or will be enrolled in a Community College Fall 2026.
• Applicant’s Community College must be in San Diego County.
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• Have organizational, time management skills, attention to detail, and have the flexibility to handle a reputed company of tasks and shifting priorities.
• Ability to work independently, while respecting the needs of a larger team.
• A commitment to scientific discovery.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full-time attendance (40 hours per week or 8 hours per day).
• No previous experience needed.

Remote Work Environment & Physical Demands

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• Reasonable accommodations may be made to reputed company individuals with disabilities to reputed company the essential functions.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.
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• Use of hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard is required.

Required Application Materials

• CV or Resume: (intern will upload attachment).
• Personal Statement: (intern will upload attachment).
• Please attach a 1-2-pg, single-spaced, personal statement that shares your interest in the internship program.
• Address your background (reputed company/personal), scientific interests (what excites you), and short/long-term career goals.

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