Experiential Scholars Program (esp) Intern

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, AR, USA
Base: $12.50 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Junior or senior undergraduate student status
Minimum 2.5 cumulative gpa requirement
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
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.
  • Participants receive $12.50 per hour, travel reimbursement at the current rate of .52 per mile, and potential prorated holiday pay if averaging 20 hours per week.

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 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Travel reimbursement at .52/mile; Holiday pay eligibility possible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Junior or senior undergraduate student status
  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA requirement
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing
  • Willingness to travel to county sites
  • Capacity to handle objects up to 25 pounds

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership experience and role model ability
  • Interest in underserved minority communities
  • First-generation college student background
  • Experience with computer program management
  • Background in community economic development

Key Requirements

  • US citizen or permanent resident status
  • Enrolled in US institution as junior or senior
  • Minimum 45 credit hours at time of application
  • Good academic standing with university
  • Proof of legal authority to work in United States

Work Rights

Must be US citizen or permanent resident

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