Employment Type : Full-Time
Required Education: Additional Requirements: Preferred Skills/Abilities: **You must include skills/experience on your resume, as well as location interest(s), references, and unofficial transcripts as additional pages to your cover letter. See “To Apply” section for more details.** Title: Agricultural Summer Intern – NON-University of Minnesota Student Timeframe: June 1- August, 2021 Compensation: $13 per hour. Work related mileage and expenses will be reimbursed. Housing will not be provided. Extension center: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (AFNR) Applications are currently being accepted and positions will remain open until filled. Locations and Positions: Anoka County Andover – Two (2) open positions, Pesticide safety and environmental education (PSEE) Benton County, Foley Houston County, Caledonia McLeod and Meeker Counties, Hutchinson and Litchfield Stearns County, St. Cloud St. Louis County, Virginia or Duluth St. Paul Campus - Livestock Teams Wright County, Buffalo About this internship program The AFNR Internship Program is an educational opportunity for undergraduate college students to learn about agriculture and University of Minnesota Extension. The three main components of the internship are completing a project created by the supervising Extension educator; networking with other interns, educators and researchers in Extension; and learning about the roles and positions that work together to achieve Extension’s mission. Interns work 30 to 40 hours a week for ten to 12 weeks over the summer. There is flexibility with interns’ availability based on their school schedule. Learn about one intern’s experience during 2020 at https://extension.umn.edu/news/u-m-extension-intern-explores-agriculture-north. There is one application process for multiple intern positions. Selection for each position will be based on candidates’ qualifications as well their interest in the projects and fit with career goals. THESE POSITIONS WILL: 1) Assist with educational programs and make them accessible and inviting to diverse participants. 2) Build relationships and networks in the agricultural field. 3) Develop and deliver relevant educational communications through newspaper, radio, and social media outlets. 4) Develop an educational project that cultivates professional development, for example: Due to COVID-19, Extension employees are working remotely. This is a temporary situation and does not constitute a telecommute agreement. You must have reliable access to the internet at your remote location. About Extension University of Minnesota Extension is a major outreach arm of the University of Minnesota, a land grant institution with a mission to serve the public through applied research and education. The mission of the University of Minnesota Extension is: “Making a difference by connecting community needs and University resources to address critical issues in Minnesota.” Job ID 338677 is for NON-U of M Students. Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click on the Apply button and follow the instructions. Items required for the application: If any of the above required materials are not added to your cover letter/resume, you will need to upload them AFTER submitting the online application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letter and Attachments” section. See full instructions, https://humanresources.umn.edu/find-job/using-job-app-system. To request an accommodation during the application process, please email employ@umn.edu or call 612-624-UOHR (8647). For questions about the internships, please contact: Nathan Winter, Program Leader, Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, wint0146@umn.edu For questions about applying online, please contact: Tiffany McMillan, Extension Human Resources, tiffmcm@umn.edu The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.