University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Base: $12.50 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
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/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/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.
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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/safety, or community/economic development.
Salary
Base: $12.50 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not eligible
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
hands-on learning opportunities
develop a special project
leadership training via Zoom
conduct an independent project
maintain a log or journal
Nice-to-have
work-life balance
positive role model
serving clientele
Key Requirements
Junior or senior-level undergraduate students
minimum of 45 credit hours
cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5
proof of legal authority to work
demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing
Work Rights
Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.