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UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY Extension Program Intern and Research Assistant - Washington in HURRICANE, Utah
Extension Program Intern and Research Assistant - Washington County
Requisition ID: 2026-10141
of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Hurricane
Category: Extension
Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Extension
Department: Extension Home and Community
Advertised Salary: $17.00 an hour
Overview
Support programs that strengthen healthy homes and thriving communities. The Extension Home and Community Department focuses on areas such as nutrition, financial well-being, mental health, and family relationships. As part of USU's land-grant mission, this internship offers hands-on experience assisting with research-based education and outreach designed to improve quality of life. Interns will help deliver programs, develop educational materials, and connect with community members in meaningful ways.
Our team fosters a welcoming, supportive environment where collaboration, empathy, and growth are encouraged. Interns have opportunities to work both independently and as part of a team, with some flexibility in scheduling depending on program needs. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in Extension, community education, public health, or family and consumer sciences careers.
This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah, with in-person responsibilities in Washington County, UT
Responsibilities
Collect, clean, and analyze program and evaluation data to support Extension reporting, program improvement, and applied research.
Assist with scholarly and technical writing, including editing reports, educational materials, curricula, and other communication products.
Assist in the development of Extension programs using a logic model to align activities, outcomes, and evaluation measures.
Contribute to grant-writing and program-development efforts that strengthen future Extension outreach and impact.
Organize, facilitate, and teach 4-H youth development workshops, including preparation of educational materials and direct youth instruction.
Qualifications
Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree
Have an interest in the Extension program
Dependable
Possess digital literacy skills
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"
Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
Advertised Salary
$17.00 an hour
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department Highlights
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,... For full info follow application link.
USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities b ased on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discri ination).