4-H Summer Programs Intern: Youth Development & Events

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Extension is seeking a Summer Assistant to support the County 4-H team in delivering high-quality youth development experiences. You will plan, implement, and evaluate events, supervise youth, and help with marketing and outreach across local and area levels.

The role involves organizing registration, running workshops, and supporting camps, contests, and fundraisers, with opportunities to learn about program operations and rural youth education.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time management skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and plan/teach activities and educational programs.
• Must be a team player with diverse youth and adult participants.
• Flexibility in hours is preferred.
• A valid US driver’s license and ability to operate a vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate age-appropriate 4-H events, activities, programs, and camps at local and area levels.
• Monitor and ensure safety and supervision of all youth participants.
• Participate in regional or state events as needed.
• Support summer 4-H educational programs, camps, contests, and fundraisers.
• Organize registration, chaperone, conduct workshops, and assist with shows and contests.
• Create news releases and social media content; assist with marketing to increase participation.
• Assist with survey data entry as needed.
• Collaborate with local staff to plan and run programs and events.
• Assist Educator to reach new audiences and provide opportunities for all youth.
• Submit work time and travel reports for reimbursement by deadlines.
• Maintain summer program files and complete end-of-summer reports.
• Observe Penn State Extension Office operations to gain insight into youth development careers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent worker

Team player

Flexible hours

Driver's license

Education

Undergraduate coursework in education, agriculture, or sciences

Job description

Penn State Extension is seeking a Summer Assistant to support the County 4-H team in delivering high-quality youth development experiences. You will plan, implement, and evaluate events, supervise youth, and help with marketing and outreach across local and area levels.

The role involves organizing registration, running workshops, and supporting camps, contests, and fundraisers, with opportunities to learn about program operations and rural youth education.