Extension Intern

Position Information

This is a part-time or temporary non-benefited position.

Description & Details:

Working under the supervision of an Extension agent in a county or tribal Extension office, the Extension intern will have the following responsibilities:

• Assist NDSU Extension staff in delivering various aspects of the overall Extension program to adult and youth audiences. This may include work in agriculture and natural resources, family and community wellness, and 4-H youth development/education.

• Participate in 4-H programs, events and camping activities.

• Perform other duties assigned in support of Extension programming.

This position requires travel connected with official duties, including attendance at night and weekend meetings, participation in out-of-county events, and ability to obtain/maintain a valid driver's license. In addition, the intern is responsible for securing housing; however, the host office may assist the intern in locating housing in the community.

NDSU credit can be arranged for the internship experience through contacting: Dr. Adam Marx, Agricultural Education (adam.marx@ndsu.edu), Dr. Mari Borr, FACS Education (mari.borr@ndsu.edu) or Dr. Brooke Thiel, Agricultural Education (brooke.thiel@ndsu.edu). A minimum of five (5) credits will fulfill requirement for the Extension Minor. For more information on the NDSU Extension Education Minor requirements, see: https://catalog.ndsu.edu/past-bulletin-archive/2016-17/undergraduate/colleges/human-development-education/education/extension/

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday

8:00 - 5:00

Some evening and weekend work is required

Advertised Pay:

Salary is $720 per week based on full-time employment or $18 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of at least four university semesters by May 2023 in a related academic major, including, but not limited to College of Agriculture disciplines, human development and family sciences, food and nutrition, teacher education (agricultural education, FACS education, etc.), community development, and communications. Applicants from any accredited college or university are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to applicants who have declared Extension Education as a minor and possess at least a 2.5 GPA.

Other qualifications to include:

1. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

2. Experience working with individuals and groups to accomplish goals in school and/or community activities.

3. Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office programs and other technology.

4. Must be a self-starter.

5. Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, an interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to the principles of diversity.

6. An interest in working with people to improve their lives and communities through science-based education.

Preferred Qualifications:

To Apply - Applications must include the following materials:

• Attach resume in application

• Attach unofficial transcript in application

• Attach a cover letter in your application that addresses how you meet any or all of the qualifications above and answer the following questions:

1. How many semesters will you have completed at a college or university as of May 2023?

2. What degree(s) are you pursuing and what is your anticipated graduation date?

3. What personal involvement have you had with 4-H?

4. What examples do you have of serving in leadership roles with organizations or in your community?

5. What county or tribal Extension offices are you interested in interning in this upcoming summer?

6. Why do you want to participate in the NDSU Extension internship program?

Please include within application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with NDSU, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as your how many hours you work a week and in the past 12 months.

Employment Eligibility:

NDSU determines employment eligibility through the E-Verify system: What is E-Verify? New employees to NDSU must present specific identification to determine their employment eligibility no later than their first day of work. To view the identification required, please see the List of Acceptable Documents . You will be required to have one item from List A OR one item from List B and List C.

No Smoking Notice :

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .