Job Title
Cooperative Extension Intern
Requisition Number
DU12635
Department Name
81300:EXTENSION FIELD PROGRAMS
Work Location
Kentucky
Salary Range
$2,880.00 - $2,880.01 per month
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
Must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program at an accredited institution and have completed at least 45 academic credit hours at the time of application. You must be in good academic standing with the university / college.
Required Related Experience
No Experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Job-related travel including overnight stays; visiting clientele at sites throughout the county (including farms); standing/walking for long periods; handling of average-weight objects up to 25 lbs.
Shift
Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) with evenings and weekends as needed. Most weeks will exceed 40 hours.
Job Summary
Internships are available working under the direction of the following Extension professionals:
County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources -interns will assist the agent in conducting on-farm research, providing educational workshops, writing news articles & newsletters, making farm visits, assisting homeowners with horticultural questions, and working with community leaders. Will attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development – interns will assist the agent in planning and conducting youth programs & activities for the county. Will involve working directly with youth and adult volunteers. Will assist agents in writing news articles & newsletters. Will attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences – interns will assist the agent with educational programs related to food & nutrition, financial management, housing, clothing or family well-being. Will assist agents in writing news articles & newsletters and assist with Extension Homemakers. Will attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
County Extension Agent for Horticulture – Interns will assist the agent in providing information and educational workshops related to horticulture. May assist with community gardens, farmers markets, Master Gardeners, and/or commercial horticulture producer visits. Will assist agents in writing news articles & newsletters. Will attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
County Extension Agent for Community Arts – Interns will assist the agent in the organization, promotion, and management of community arts programs and the marketing of community arts programs and products as it relates to community development. The intern will work directly with youth and adults and will partner with other community arts resources in the community. Will attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
State Extension Specialist – (for agriculture and family & consumer science majors) interns will assist State Specialist with organizing and implementing educational programs and/or research in their respective discipline area. May attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
Community Relations and Engagement – Interns will support various projects, including communications and marketing (social media) and programs such as the Junior MANRRS program and camps and ACE support of the Adelante Academy. Students will also spend time with local county agents and campus partners to gain hands-on experience in the field. This will also be an intern in the Office of Access, Community, and Engagement who aims to foster meaningful connections that empower all members to engage fully in their learning, teaching, and research, contributing to our community’s collective growth and well-being. May attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
Robinson Center for Appalachian Resource Sustainability (RCARS) – Interns will work in Agriculture and Natural Resources. Will assist with Horticulture research projects taking place at RCARS and assist any specialist with programming. There will be some administrative duties in the office. Will be working in the field with crops and provide assistance at the Robinson Forest. May attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
Community and Leadership Development – Interns will be working on the UK campus with CLD specialists in Extension to support programming outreach, assist with community resource podcast creation and participating in professional conference planning. May attend one week of overnight 4-H camp.
Students must possess a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.75 or higher based on a 4.0 scale and 45 credit hours at the time of application. An UNOFFICIAL transcript, resume, and cover letter are required to be included.
This position will serve all clientele ensuring that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in Extension programs regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.
All agents in a county will support the dissemination of useful and practical information on subjects relating to Agriculture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H and Community and Rural Development as outlined in the KRS statutes 164.605 to 164.675.
State law requires a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups and individuals and through mass media. Ability to use the computer for program delivery and management. Ability to visit clientele at sites throughout the county. Ability to plan and teach educational programs. Demonstrated leadership and ability to serve as a positive role model.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) and Horticulture interns must be enrolled in an area of Agriculture or Horticulture; Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) interns must be enrolled in an area of FCS; 4-H interns do not have a specific required major.
Deadline to Apply
10/31/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
