Student Intern - Cooperative Extension

Kentucky State University•Frankfort, KY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Student Intern provides undergraduate students with a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience within the Kentucky State University Cooperative Extension Program. The 12-week internship provides experiential learning opportunities across multiple Extension disciplines, including Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community Resource Development, and 4-H Youth Development. The Student Intern works with Extension professionals to support educational programming, outreach activities, applied research, demonstrations, program evaluations, and community-based initiatives. The internship is designed to provide practical experience and professional development for students interested in Cooperative Extension, public service, education, agriculture, and community-based programs.

Requirements

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.
Previous experience or demonstrated interest in Cooperative Extension, community engagement, agriculture, youth programming, education, or related areas.
Interest in careers involving public service, education, outreach, agriculture, community development, or related fields.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and electronic communication tools.
Ability to learn and apply basic data collection, recordkeeping, and data management practices.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively with Extension professionals, University personnel, community members, youth, families, farmers, and other stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability and willingness to participate in both office-based and field-based activities.
Demonstrated dependability, professionalism, and willingness to learn.
Ability to perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

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 assigned 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.