Temp Project Youth Extension Service Intern

Position: Temp Project Youth Extension Service Staff Intern
Project YES interns provide youth development programs for children and youth of military families throughout the United States and US territories. Programs may be delivered during Yellow Ribbon events (any phase) and other youth centric activities, i.e. councils, leadership summits, family days, camps, etc. Staff interns are not required to be North Carolina State University students. Interns remain at their home university and will travel to event sites to facilitate Project YES programs.

Project YES provides high level education in leadership development, facilitation skills, youth development and age-appropriate curriculum. Project YES interns will also be required to complete a career-enhancing project during the course of the internship. This will be accomplished with the assistance of an individually matched mentor. Together, the mentor and intern will complete a variety of activities designed to better inform and prepare the intern to transition into the work force.

Work Schedule - Interns must attend a mandatory Project YES Intern Orientation (22-30 May 2020) and mid-year training (22-25 October 2020) and commit to supporting a minimum of one YRRP weekend per month (Fri-Sun) for the duration of the internship. Following orientation, interns may work 1-2 weekends a month, however interns must commit to a minimum of one weekend per month (Fri-Sun) for the duration of the internship.

Additional opportunities will be presented throughout the year for interns interested in supporting additional weekend events.

Please Note - Candidates must also complete an essay and 2 Project YES Letter of Recommendations. Essay and recommendation form requirements may be found on the Project YES website (). . All documents must be received within the application window. Incomplete application packages will not be eligible for consideration.

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Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

* Health Insurance for Temporary Employees

* Enhance your career with LEAD courses

* Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time

Employment status . Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State Department Agricultural and Human Sciences

System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional Working Title Temp Project Youth Extension Service Staff Intern

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule 1-2 events (Fri-Sun) each month Other Work/Responsibilities

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Minimum Experience/Education

* Currently enrolled undergraduate (Sophomore-Senior) or Graduate student. Must be in student status for a minimum of 6 months during the internship.

Department Required Skills

* Must be able to work with a wide variety of people in a productive and effective manner

* Must be self-initiating and able to effectively multi-task

* Effective oral and written communication skills for lay and professional audiences are essential

* Interns must exhibit interpersonal communication, team building, problem solving and networking skills

* Project YES staff interns must embrace diversity, in every sense, and be tolerant and respectful of individual differences

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

* Experience working with youth

* Excellent organizational and training skills

* Skilled in coordinating activities and establishing priorities

* Ability to analyze problems and make well-reasoned, sound decisions

* Able to work within a team construct as well as autonomously and independently

* Comfortable working with social and educational media (Facebook, Twitter, Skype, Collaborate)

* Experience with 4-H, Cooperative Extension or military organizations

Required License or Certification

* Valid Driver's License

Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No

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