Experiential Scholars Program (esp) Intern

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, AR, US
Base: $12.50 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Junior or senior undergraduate student status
Minimum 2.5 cumulative gpa requirement
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on water conservation, food nutrition, or economic 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 economic development.
  • Interns will work with assigned mentors to conduct independent projects such as field demonstrations, research, or organizing public meetings while maintaining a detailed internship log.
  • Compensation includes an hourly rate of $12.50 for up to 40 hours per week with mileage reimbursement at $0.52 per mile.

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 economic development.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Junior or senior undergraduate student status
  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA requirement
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Willingness to travel to county sites
  • Capacity to handle objects up to 25 pounds

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in Extension education programming
  • Experience with public meeting organization
  • Background in underserved minority communities
  • First-generation college student status
  • Demonstrated leadership role model ability

Key Requirements

  • US citizen or permanent resident status
  • Enrollment in US institution as junior or senior
  • Minimum 45 credit hours at time of application
  • Good academic standing with university

Work Rights

Must be US citizen or permanent resident

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