Experiential Scholars Program (esp) Intern

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, AR, USA
Base: $12.50 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Junior or senior undergraduate student status
Minimum 2.5 cumulative gpa requirement
Us citizenship or permanent resident status
The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on agriculture and community development

Job Summary

  • The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on agriculture and community development.
  • Interns will work with mentors to conduct independent projects such as field demonstrations, research, or organizing public meetings while shadowing daily Extension activities.
  • Participants receive $12.50 per hour, travel reimbursement at $0.52 per mile, and access to leadership training via Zoom.

Matching Summary

The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on agriculture and community development.

Salary

Base: $12.50 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Travel reimbursement at $0.52/mile; No health benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Junior or senior undergraduate student status
  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA requirement
  • US citizenship or permanent resident status
  • Ability to travel to county sites and farms
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in water/soil conservation or food nutrition
  • Leadership experience and role model capability
  • First-generation college student background
  • Experience with public meeting facilitation
  • Background in underserved minority communities

Key Requirements

  • Junior or senior level enrollment
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA on 4.0 scale
  • US citizen or permanent resident
  • Good academic standing
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or permanent resident status

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