Agriculture, Natural Resources, and 4-H Youth Programs Intern - Summit County

Support programs that connect youth development with agriculture and natural resource education. This internship provides hands-on experience delivering 4-H programming alongside agricultural and environmental outreach efforts, helping youth and community members build skills in areas such as leadership, agriculture, and stewardship of natural resources.

You’ll work with a supportive team that values experiential learning, mentorship, and strong community relationships. Interns can expect a mix of youth engagement, field-based experiences, and program support activities. Work may take place in classrooms, community spaces, and outdoor settings, with some flexibility in scheduling based on program needs. This is a great opportunity for students interested in Extension and working with youth while gaining experience in agriculture or natural resources.

Responsibilities

Program & Event Support

• Assist with 4H horse shows, the Kamas livestock show, the livestock show at the Summit County Fair, Ag/NR events, and leadership training with county ambassadors
• Support planning and day-to-day operations of youth programs

Community Outreach & Partnership

• Coordinate with country employees, volunteers, and other collaborators, to arrange locations and events for 4-H summer programming.

Research & Evaluation

• Conduct fieldwork and data collection for a noxious weed population mapping project in partnership with the CWMA and Summit Conservation District

Qualifications

• Be an undergraduate student, including high school students concurrently enrolled in college classes
• Have an interest in the Extension program
• Be dependable