Experiential Scholars Program (esp) Intern

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Little Rock, United States
Base: $12.50 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
On-site
Summer paid internship program
Focus areas: water/soil conservation
Focus areas: food nutrition, health, and safety
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking an intern for its Experiential Scholars Program, a nine-week summer internship focused on areas such as water/soil conservation, food nutrition, health and safety, and community/economic development. The program is designed for college juniors and seniors, providing hands-on experience under the guidance of a mentor

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.
  • 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.
  • Interns will work up to 40 hours per week for a maximum of nine weeks at an hourly rate of $12.50, with travel reimbursed at the current rate of .52 per mile.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking an intern for its Experiential Scholars Program, a nine-week summer internship focused on areas such as water/soil conservation, food nutrition, health and safety, and community/economic development. The program is designed for college juniors and seniors, providing hands-on experience under the guidance of a mentor.

Salary

Base: $12.50 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • summer paid internship program
  • focus areas: water/soil conservation
  • focus areas: food nutrition, health, and safety
  • focus areas: community/economic development
  • hands-on learning opportunities
  • develop a special project
  • leadership training via Zoom

Nice-to-have

  • positive role model
  • build trust through relationships
  • serve a partner and clientele

Key Requirements

  • Junior or senior-level undergraduate students
  • citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.
  • minimum 45 credit hours at the time of application
  • cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • good academic standing
  • demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management
  • Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county/area
  • Ability to plan and teach educational programs
  • Demonstrated leadership

Work Rights

Not specified

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