Experiential Scholars Program (esp) Intern

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
Ability to travel to county sites and farms
The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on agriculture-related fields

Job Summary

  • The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on agriculture-related fields.
  • Interns will work with mentors to develop and complete an independent project such as a field demonstration or public meeting while maintaining a detailed internship log.
  • Participants receive $12.50 per hour, potential holiday pay eligibility, and mileage reimbursement for travel to client sites throughout the county.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Base: $12.50 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Prorated holiday pay eligible if averaging 20+ hours/week; Mileage reimbursement at $0.52/mile

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Junior or senior undergraduate student status
  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA requirement
  • Ability to travel to county sites and farms
  • Capacity to handle objects up to 25 pounds
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership experience and role modeling ability
  • Interest in Extension education programming
  • Background from underserved minority groups
  • First-generation college student status
  • Experience with computer program management

Key Requirements

  • US citizen or permanent resident
  • Minimum 45 credit hours at application time
  • Good academic standing with university
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must be US citizen or permanent resident

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