WHAT: Research internship
WHERE: University of Illinois and surrounding east-central Illinois counties
WHEN: Start mid-May, ending in August
HOURS: 16-40 hours/week. Credit possible through your department
WHAT WE PROVIDE: Field supplies, transportation to field sites, training
TRAINING PROVIDED (based on your interests):
Insect collection techniques
Curation of insect specimens
Plant identification
PROJECT INFORMATION
The study is being conducted in east-central Illinois and focuses on characterizing the area's pollinators. This research effort aims to measure bee communities utilizing pollinator-designated habitat within Illinois’ agricultural landscape. Bees require unique habitat elements to sustain their populations, and this research will investigate the ability of pollinator designated habitats to support diverse communities. We will also look at possible agricultural pest presence within these established habitats.
Contact Maddy Kangas mkanags2@illinois.edu for more information