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 conduct independent projects such as field demonstrations, research, or organizing public meetings.
  • Participants receive $12.50 per hour, travel reimbursement at $0.52 per mile, and potential prorated holiday pay if working sufficient hours.

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: Travel reimbursement ($0.52/mile), prorated holiday pay eligibility

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

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 public meeting facilitation

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must be US citizen or permanent resident

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