Extension Livestock​/Range Intern - Box Elder

Position: Extension Livestock/Range Intern - Box Elder County

Overview

You'll join a team that values practical learning, stewardship, and strong community relationships. Work environments may include farms, gardens, natural areas, and community events, offering a dynamic and engaging experience. Flexible scheduling may be available depending on seasonal program needs. If you're interested in agriculture, sustainability, or natural resource management, this internship offers a valuable pathway to explore those careers.

Responsibilities

Program & Event Support

• Assist with planning and hosting Range Camp for Ag Teachers in June
• Assist with Sheep and Goat Workshops and Range Camp for Ag Teachers in June

Research & Evaluation

• Help establish Phragmites study sites and collect pre-grazing data
• Conduct pre/post surveys and follow-up evaluations

Education & Content Development

• Assist in writing fact sheets for Sheep and Goat Workshops

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Be an undergraduate student
• Have an interest in the Extension program
• Be dependable

Preferred:

• Have a understanding of Range/Grazing Management
• Be proficient in Word/Excel
• Be available to travel-occasionally overnight

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

Answer the following questions within the application:

• Are you comfortable working in wetland conditions (ie. bugs, heat, water)?
• Do you feel comfortable around cattle?

** Document size may not exceed 10 MB.*
* Advertised Salary

15.00 per Hour

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation.

Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges.

Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the  season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful.

Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

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