Join OSU Extension in Area 10 (Northeast Ohio) for a summer of learning and fun!
Internship Opportunities With OSU Extension in Mahoning, Columbiana, Stark, and Portage Counties
Ohio State University Extension seeks dynamic, fun, inspiring, and motivated students to learn about OSU Extension by impacting communities in Summer 2024. Students will work directly with Extension professionals who lead efforts to address community-based issues. The interns will support 4-H Youth Development, Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture & Natural Resources programs designed for youth and adult audiences. The majority of positions are related to Youth Summer Day Camp type programs, and included duties related to STEM programming for these camps.
Students will assist with developing and selecting educational materials and learn basic evaluation and research strategies within OSU Extension. Through the internship, they will have the opportunity to assist with the design and implementation of a project based on their interest and county needs and may relate to any program area within OSU Extension. Students will participate in and support activities and meetings with OSU Extension professional staff in the county and beyond. Attend meetings and events with staff to learn more about OSU Extension in Mahoning County and surrounding counties.
Interns will be an active member of county and multi-county teams to further the overall mission, vision, and values of OSU Extension. This is a temporary, student position. Hours are flexible. This position can work up to 28 hours if taking classes and up to 38 hours during the summer and/or academic breaks. Positions start at $12 per hour and can increase based on qualifications and experience.
WHAT IS EXTENSION? We connect with people in all stages of life, from young children to older adults. We work with families and children, farmers and business owners, community leaders and elected officials to build better lives, better businesses, and better communities to make Ohio great. Watch a video about us at: http://go.osu.edu/weareextension
HOW TO APPLY? First consideration is given to applicants who apply before March 1, 2024. Applications will be reviewed through March 22.
LINKS TO SPECIFIC COUNTY POSITIONS
Applicants can apply to the county they prefer, but will be considered in all four counties based on interest and availability.
Columbiana County
Mahoning
Portage
Stark
Questions? Email Eric Barrett at barrett.90@osu.edu
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