QA/QC (Lab) Intern

If you’re going to work in a lab, the lab should be in a brewery. Trust us. We might get all geeky about cell counts and fermentation science, but we still make beer.

Swamp Head is looking for a QA/QC Intern to keep a close eye on the yeast and everything else that makes our beer the consistent product we strive for. This is a part-time, hourly position. If you think you’re the lab coat donning person we’re looking for, read on.

The QA/QC Intern is responsible for performing many of the technician’s tasks that keep the lab running smoothly. The Intern will generally be given a few specific jobs in addition to upkeep/cleaning tasks. Hours will vary from 3-4 hours per day for roughly 15~20 hours a week. Afternoon/evening availability is desired.

Daily duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Collecting samples for testing and plating
• Analyzing yeast samples via Cellometer and microscope
• Preparing agar plates
• Plating collected samples
• Analyzing wort/beer samples for SRM/IBUs/VDK, etc.Setting up and participating in sensory panels
• Updating logs and sheets
• Restocking pipette tips
• Instrument/machine maintenance
• General lab tidying
• Miscellaneous lab tasks

If you think your lab love is enough to make it your gig, send us over a resume and a few lines about what would make you a good candidate for the job.

If you have any questions about this position, please email [email protected]

Please apply to this position by filling out the form and attaching your cover letter and resume at the bottom of this page.