University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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 water conservation, food nutrition, or community development
Job Summary
The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on water conservation, food nutrition, or community development.
Interns will work with assigned mentors to conduct independent projects such as field demonstrations, research, or organizing public meetings while maintaining an internship journal.
Participants receive $12.50 per hour for up to 40 hours weekly, with mileage reimbursement available but no housing provided.
Matching Summary
The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on water conservation, food nutrition, or community development.
Salary
Base: $12.50 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not eligible for benefits, prorated holiday pay possible, mileage reimbursement at $0.52/mile
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 Extension education programming
Leadership experience and role modeling ability
Background from underserved minority groups
First-generation college student status
Experience with computer program management
Key Requirements
Junior or senior standing at US institution
Minimum 45 credit hours at time of application
Proof of legal authority to work in United States
Must be citizen or permanent resident of US
Work Rights
Must have US citizenship or permanent resident status