Cooperative Extension Intern: Hands-On Community Outreach

Kentucky State University; Frankfort (KY); In loco; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Kentucky State University is seeking a Student Intern for the Cooperative Extension Program in Frankfort, KY. The 12-week, part-time internship provides hands-on learning across Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community Resource Development, and 4-H Youth Development.

The intern will assist with educational programs, outreach, demonstrations, and program evaluations, gaining practical experience in public service, education, and community outreach.

Competenze

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university.
• Academic interest in agriculture, family and consumer sciences, youth development, community development, education, natural resources, or a related field.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to participate in office, community, and field-based activities.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Mansioni

• Assist Extension agents and specialists with the planning, coordination, and delivery of educational programs and outreach activities.
• Support the implementation of Extension events, including youth summer camps, field days, workshops, community programs, and other educational activities.
• Develop and contribute to educational and outreach materials, including newsletters, fact sheets, social media content, presentations, and other communications.
• Participate in applied research, demonstrations, and program evaluations, including data collection and basic data analysis.
• Support routine farm operations, including crop and livestock management, when applicable to the internship.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for Extension programs, events, meetings, and activities.
• Engage with diverse audiences, including youth, families, farmers, community members, and other stakeholders.
• Attend professional meetings, trainings, seminars, and other activities designed to enhance understanding of Cooperative Extension systems and career pathways.
• Maintain weekly activity logs and complete a final report or presentation summarizing internship activities and experiences.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Conoscenze

MS Office

Data collection

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Public service interest

Attention to detail

Strumenti

Spreadsheet software

Email tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Kentucky State University is seeking a Student Intern for the Cooperative Extension Program in Frankfort, KY. The 12-week, part-time internship provides hands-on learning across Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community Resource Development, and 4-H Youth Development.

The intern will assist with educational programs, outreach, demonstrations, and program evaluations, gaining practical experience in public service, education, and community outreach.