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Job Description Summary

The Extension Intern works with County Extension Agents to coordinate and implement program events and activities. Activities are designed to provide insight to career opportunities in a particular field or specialty; including agriculture/natural resources, family and community health, youth development, and community development.
 

Responsibilities

• Participates in regular conferences and meetings where program results and plans are discussed.

• Assists in preparations for planned events and activities. May also conduct teaching, training, or other program presentations.  

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in a course of study relevant to the mission of Extension.  

• Completion of at least 15 college credit hours.  

• No specific experience is required.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Prior experience with Extension related activities.

• Work experience with volunteer organizations.  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Computer skills in basic office applications.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Evidence of strong communications skills.

• Good organizational and planning skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bilingual skill (English/Spanish) is desirable.  

Other Qualifications:

• Must have access to reliable transportation in order to be able to travel for assignments.  

Application Information

• **Student interns may work in various locations throughout the state. Requests for a specific location will be considered when possible.**  

• Texas law requires that males 18 through 25 show proof of compliance with federal Selective Service law in order to be eligible for employment.

• Employment is contingent upon the agency's verification of criminal history record and/or other information required by agency procedures.

• Many universities grant academic credit for this internship. Please consult with your academic adviser regarding credit hours.

• All positions are security-sensitive.

• This position is for the duration of the Summer Session.

Salary:

• $13.00/hour

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.