Summer Internship-Community Gardens Horticulture - Cascade

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Classification Information


Posting Number STH002072P
Employee Category Student/Temporary

Position Information


Position Title Summer Internship-Community Gardens Horticulture - Cascade
Location Off Campus Location - Valley County Extension/Cascade
Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department Southern District
FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Pay Range $17.00 per hour
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Work Schedule Summary
Position is expected to start 5/20/2024 and end 7/26/2024.
Maximum of 400 hours (10 weeks), 40 hours per week. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. No work will be performed on the following University of Idaho observed holidays – Memorial Day (May 27), Juneteenth (June 19), Independence Day (July 4).

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary
Summer Internship – Community Gardens Horticulture

Responsibilities


Job Duty Function Perfom summer internship duties by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
• Assisting at tabling and outreach events throughout the community to promote UI Extension programs.
• Identifying partners and volunteers to establish and strengthen steering committees to support community garden efforts.
• Assisting with youth and adult education in the Jr. and adult Master Gardener volunteer initiatives.
• Assisting with data collection at community gardens, community outreach, and Master Gardener activities.
• Designing a campaign to help educate the public on the Master Gardener program and Extension steering committee programs.
• Attending any professional development opportunities as available.
• Preparing an internship experience final report and submitting to the UI Extension Director at the conclusion of the internship.
Percentage Of Time 100%
Essential/Marginal Essential

Position Qualifications


Required Qualifications
• Must have completed a minimum of 12 credits within the last year (these 12 credits may come from high school dual enrollment credits) and are currently enrolled at one of the following eight Idaho public universities or colleges (private Idaho universities or colleges do not qualify). Priority will be given to University of Idaho student applicants.
University of Idaho
Idaho State University
Boise State University
Lewis-Clark State College
College of Southern Idaho
College of Western Idaho
College of Eastern Idaho
North Idaho College
• Must provide own transportation and have the ability to travel to multiple work sites. University will follow applicable policies if personal vehicle is used, which may include reimbursement at a pre-established rate.  
Preferred Qualifications
• Completed coursework in Agriculture, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Education, Food Systems or other relevant subject areas.
• Outgoing and comfortable working with the public and volunteers.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Experience working in retail or service industry.
• Enjoys working in a variety of settings and environments with diverse audiences.
• Experience in creating and distributing digital media and communications.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Willing and able to work out of doors several times per week in hot weather.

Posting Information


Posting Date 03/06/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by April 1, 2024, will receive first consideration.
For more information contact:
Melissa Hamilton, [email protected]
208-382-7190
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement

The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
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