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; ...
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Junior or senior undergraduate student status
Minimum 2.5 cumulative gpa requirement
Us citizenship or permanent resident status
** The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking interns for its Experiential Scholars Program, a nine-week summer internship designed for college juniors and seniors. Interns will engage in hands-on projects within three focus areas: water/soil conservation, food nutrition, health and safety, or community/economic development. **

Job Summary

  • The Experiential Scholars Program is a nine-week summer paid internship for college juniors and seniors focusing on water/soil conservation, food nutrition, or community/economic development.
  • Interns will work with mentors to conduct independent projects such as field demonstrations, research, or organizing public meetings while maintaining a detailed internship log.
  • Participants receive $12.50 per hour, mileage reimbursement at the current rate of .52 per mile, and potential prorated holiday pay if averaging 20 hours per week.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking interns for its Experiential Scholars Program, a nine-week summer internship designed for college juniors and seniors. Interns will engage in hands-on projects within three focus areas: water/soil conservation, food nutrition, health and safety, or community/economic development. **

Salary

Base: $12.50 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: No benefits eligible; Holiday pay possible; Mileage reimbursement at .52/mile

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Junior or senior undergraduate student status
  • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA requirement
  • US citizenship or permanent resident status
  • Ability to travel to county sites and farms
  • Capacity to handle objects up to 25 pounds

Nice-to-have

  • Demonstrated leadership experience
  • Background in underserved minority communities
  • First-generation college student status
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience with public meeting facilitation

Key Requirements

  • Junior or senior standing in US institution
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA on 4.0 scale
  • US citizen or permanent resident
  • Good academic standing with university

Work Rights

Must be US citizen or permanent resident

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