The Topp Lab at Michigan State University is hiring 3 undergraduate students for paid field and lab positions this season!
May 27, 2026 - June 10, 2026
Still seeking that perfect summer job? Want to get out in the field and make a difference in agriculture resilience research? Join us! We need your help this summer:
The Topp Lab at Michigan State University is hiring 3 undergraduate students for paid field and lab positions this season!
$17–19/hour (depending on experience)
Duties: Field plot maintenance and monitoring, Greenhouse gas measurements. Soil sampling and plant tissue processing, Root washing, scanning, and image analysis, Supporting ongoing research projects in the Topp Lab
Most work will take place outdoors in field settings, so this is a great opportunity for students who enjoy fresh air, teamwork, and applied agricultural and environmental research.
If you’re interested in gaining research experience with an awesome team at MSU, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact: Katherine Naasko, PhD
Lab Manager, Topp Lab
Departments of Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences & Plant Biology
Plant Resilience Institute — Michigan State University
naaskoka@msu.edu