Experiential Scholars Program (esp) Intern

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Base: $12.50 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Junior or senior undergraduate student status
Us citizenship or permanent residency required
Minimum 2.5 cumulative gpa on 4.0 scale
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 mentors to conduct independent projects such as field demonstrations, research, or organizing public meetings while maintaining a detailed internship journal.
  • Compensation includes an hourly rate of $12.50 with mileage reimbursement for travel, though housing is not 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 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Hourly pay schedule, mileage reimbursement up to .52/mile, no health benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Junior or senior undergraduate student status
  • US citizenship or permanent residency required
  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA on 4.0 scale
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Willingness to travel to county sites and farms

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in leadership training and development
  • Experience with field demonstrations or public meetings
  • Background from underserved minority groups
  • First-generation college student status
  • Ability to plan and teach educational programs

Key Requirements

  • Junior or senior standing at US institution
  • US citizen or permanent resident
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA required
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or permanent residency

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