Summer Internship-Horticulture/Livestock/Small Acreage - Caldwell

Summer Internship-Horticulture/Livestock/Small Acreage - Caldwell Position Title: Summer Internship-Horticulture/Livestock/Small Acreage - Caldwell Location: Off Campus Location - Canyon County Extension/Caldwell Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: Southern District FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Range: $17.00 per hour Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Work Schedule Summary: Position is expected to start 6/3/2026 and end 8/14/2026. 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 25), Juneteenth (June 19), Independence Day (July 4). Position Responsibilities: Assisting with Extension services and ongoing summer research projects and site visits. Assisting in compiling data and information for horticulture, livestock, and small acreage projects in Canyon County. Assisting Extension Educators and Program Assistants in collecting and processing data for Canyon County programming areas (Horticulture, Livestock, Small Acreage). Assisting the UI Extension Canyon County Office (Horticulture/4-H Youth Development) during the 2026 Canyon County Fair (July 23-29). Assisting the UI Extension Canyon County Team/Office with various ongoing tasks/projects. Preparing an internship experience final report and submitting to the UI Extension Director at the end of the internship. Provided Support: Program supplies/equipment. Positive learning experience with strong, engaged professional mentors. Use of a computer. Percentage Of Time: 100% 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. 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 Horticulture, Biology, Ecology, Livestock, Environmental Science, Mapping or other relevant subject areas. Outgoing and comfortable working with the public and volunteers (youth and adults). Self-motivated and can work independently. Experience answering phones, responding to email and communicating through social media outlets. Enjoys working in a variety of settings and environments with various audiences. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Must be able to lift, carry and/or move up to 25 lbs. Must be willing to work in an office environment as well as varying field conditions. Posting Information Posting Date: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by April 17, 2026, will receive first consideration. For more information contact: Brad Stokes – View email address on click.appcast.io – View phone number on click.appcast.io Cheyanne Fisher – View email address on click.appcast.io – View phone number on click.appcast.io Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check. EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Academic Careers Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Chronicle Facebook HigherEd/Academic Impressions Higher Ed Jobs Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov) Indeed.com Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Newspaper Other Venue Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.) University of Idaho Website University of Idaho Daily Register University of Idaho Employee Word of Mouth Militaryjob.com DSPSjobs.com Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) #J-18808-Ljbffr University Of Idaho