Uintah County Extension Program Intern

Utah State University; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah State University Extension Uintah County is seeking a motivated Program Intern to gain real-world experience in outreach, communications, and program development, assisting with social media, materials, and events.

The internship offers hands-on practice, collaboration with Extension faculty, and opportunities to evaluate program impact and engage local communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate Degree with two years of experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with USU Extension faculty and staff to plan, promote, coordinate, and support community outreach and engagement activities.
• Develop and publish educational and informational materials, including presentations, social media content, outreach materials, reports, and journal contributions.
• Support collection, analysis, and reporting of program data to evaluate outcomes and measure community impact.
• Share research findings and educational resources with stakeholders and the public.
• Promote Extension programs and events through marketing, communication, and outreach efforts.
• Participate in planning and implementing workshops, events, and educational programs for local communities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree with 2 years experience

Job description

Overview

USU Extension Uintah County is seeking a motivated and creative Program Intern to join our team and gain valuable real-world experience in outreach, communications, and program development.

As a Program Intern, you will play an active role in supporting educational programs that serve local communities. Working alongside Extension faculty and staff, you'll contribute to projects that inspire learning, promote community well-being, and connect people with valuable resources.

This hands-on internship offers opportunities to:

• Gain professional experience assisting with social media content creation and marketing campaigns that promote Extension programs and community engagement
• Create engaging educational materials, presentations, and outreach content
• Assist with research and data collection to evaluate program impact
• Support community events, workshops, and outreach activities
• Help strengthen community engagement through evidence-based programming
• Gain experience in program planning, promotion, and evaluation

Interns will build practical skills, expand their professional network, and gain meaningful experience while contributing to programs that make a positive impact throughout Uintah County.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Utah State University Extension faculty and staff to plan, organize, promote, coordinate, and support community outreach and engagement activities.
• Assist with the development and publication of educational and informational materials, including presentations, social media content, outreach materials, reports, and contributions to journal articles that address identified community needs.
• Support the collection, analysis, and reporting of program data to help evaluate outcomes and measure community impact.
• Assist in preparing and sharing research findings, program results, and educational resources with stakeholders, community partners, and the public.
• Help promote Extension programs and events through marketing, communication, and outreach efforts.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of workshops, events, and educational programs designed to engage and serve local communities.
• Work closely with Extension faculty and staff to strengthen evidence-based programming and community engagement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Extension programs, research activities, and outreach objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate Degree with two years of experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with a diverse workforce in multicultural settings.
• Team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers.

Organization & Time Management

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize, manage, balance, and juggle multiple projects and responsibilities.

Professionalism & Work Ethic

• Productive worker with solid work ethic who exerts effort in successfully completing tasks.
• Dependable, responsible contributor committed to excellence and success.
• Dependable and responsible with a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.

Initiative & Adaptability

• Self-motivated and able to take initiative with minimal supervision.
• Self-starter who takes initiative with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, changing conditions, work assignments, and community needs.
• Willingness to learn new skills, techniques, and professional practices.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Cover letterto be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$18/hour

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person atlocations throughout the state.Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service.We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful.Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.

The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.Additionally,USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] [e-mail].

*updated 07/2026

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The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

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For further information regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| [e-mail]

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 | [e-mail]

*updated 08/2026