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Eau Claire County 4-H Youth Development Summer Intern

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 508425
Division/Organization: Extension
Department: Wisconsin 4-H Program
Job Type: UW Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: EAU CLAIRE COUNTY UW-EXTENSION
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $16.00
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Performing and Visual Arts, Communications, Broadcasting, and Media Arts, Child Development and Care, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization, STEM, Athletics, Sports, and Recreation

Department Overview:

 4-H involves youth in project-based education. Through project learning, youth can explore their interests (“sparks”) and master new skills. 4-H projects are meant to be hands on to create a memorable learning experience. Since 4-H started in the early 1900s, youth have learned by doing. This hands-on process allows youth to understand not only how to do something but also why they are doing it.

Anticipated Start Date:

 May 19, 2025

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

 August 31, 2025

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

 

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

 Minimum: 20 Maximum: 40

Schedule:

 Hours will vary by week, depending on programming. Intern will be expected to work all of summer camp, June 9-13. Also, some evening and weekend events.

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

 $16.00

Number of Positions:

 1

Qualifications:

 • Ability to be self-directed and self-motivated.
• Experience with Microsoft Office computer software and social media platforms.
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to creatively and flexibly solve problems as they arise.
• Ability to work well with adult volunteers and youth.
• Strong commitment to Extension’s mission & 4-H Youth Development principles and practices.
Employment will require a criminal background check
Student must be enrolled for credit at an educational institution. Student will need to show proof of enrollment before starting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A post-secondary student 18 years of age or older (Twenty-one years and older preferred).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Interest and/or experience in youth-related outreach education.
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Evidence of effective leadership skills in school or community organizations.

Position Summary/Job Duties:

This position is temporary, working approximately 500 hours. The 4-H Summer Intern will increase their knowledge of youth development programs, community partnerships, volunteer development, Extension Service and 4-H Youth Program Coordinator responsibilities. This summer position provides valuable pre-professional experience for educational and community-based careers. The 4-H Summer Intern is supervised by the Eau Claire County 4-H Educator and the Area 6 Extension Director.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. of equipment and have the energy to lead youth activities effectively.

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
 
 

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