Experiential Scholars Program (esp) Intern

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, US
$12.50 hourly; not specified; not benefit eligible...
Hands-on learning opportunities
Develop a special project
Leadership training via zoom
The Experiential Scholars Program (ESP) is a nine-week summer paid internship program at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture (UADA) intended for college juniors and seniors to work in one of three focus areas: water/soil conservation, food nutrition, health, and safety, or community/economic development

Job Summary

  • The Experiential Scholars Program (ESP) is a nine-week summer paid internship program at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture (UADA) intended for college juniors and seniors to work in one of three focus areas: water/soil conservation, food nutrition, health, and safety, or community/economic development.
  • Each scholar will be assigned a focus area mentor who will train, provide hands-on learning opportunities, and work with interns to develop a special project such as a field demonstration or organizing a public meeting.
  • Interns will work up to 40 hours per week for a maximum of nine weeks in the summer at an hourly rate of $12.50, with travel reimbursed at the current rate of .52 per mile.

Matching Summary

The Experiential Scholars Program (ESP) is a nine-week summer paid internship program at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture (UADA) intended for college juniors and seniors to work in one of three focus areas: water/soil conservation, food nutrition, health, and safety, or community/economic development.

Salary

$12.50 hourly; Not specified; Not benefit eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Hands-on learning opportunities
  • Develop a special project
  • Leadership training via Zoom
  • Maintain a log or journal
  • Oral and written communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Work-life balance promotion
  • Vibrant work environment
  • Positive role model ability

Key Requirements

  • Junior or senior-level undergraduate students
  • Minimum 45 credit hours
  • Cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Ability to use computer for program delivery
  • Ability to visit clientele at sites
  • Ability to plan and teach educational programs

Work Rights

Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.

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