Classification Information
Posting Number STH002187P Employee Category Student/Temporary
Position Information
Position Title Summer Internship - UI Extension Jefferson County (Rigby)- Family and Consumer Sciences Location Off Campus Location - 210 Courthouse Way, Suite 180, Rigby, ID 83442 Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department Eastern District FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Range $17.00 per hour Full Time/Part Time Part Time Work Schedule Summary
This position is expected to start 05/01/2026 and end 10 weeks later. Up to 10 weeks (maximum 400 hours), 40 hours per week. No work will be performed on the following University of Idaho observed holidays - Memorial Day (May 25), Juneteenth (June 19) and Independence Day (July 4).
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
Jefferson County Extension is seeking an intern with an interest in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Education. The internship will focus on three major areas: Master Food Safety Advisor volunteer program, 4-H youth development and have opportunities to engage in a variety of FCS extension education.
This internship is for college students at Idaho public colleges and universities, to increase their skills in teaching, research analysis, and educational program development. The intern will work directly with Extension Educator Deanna Poulsen to support high-priority programs in Family and Consumer Sciences.
Major Projects & Responsibilities
Depending on the intern's major and field of study, responsibilities and projects may include the following:
- Food Preservation: Addressing misinformation regarding food preservation, locating and distributing research-based materials and education to the community, tracking and analyzing survey data from program evaluations.
- Food Safety & Nutrition: Education in public school settings that addresses handwashing and community education needs.
- Master Food Preserver Volunteer Coordination: Creating and managing volunteer hour opportunities and special events for the Master Food Preserver program.
- Youth Financial Literacy: co-teaching youth financial literacy programming in public school settings.
- Day Camp Coordination: Assisting in the planning, logistics, and implementation of FCS-related 4-H Day camps.
- Multimedia Production: Assisting with the production and editing of educational videos focused on food preservation/safety, and 4-H sewing tutorials.
Position Requirements & Deliverables
- Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Reliable transportation to and from office site in Rigby. Physical ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move up to 50 pounds to load supplies and equipment to multiple program sites when scheduled.
- Flexible scheduling within a maximum of 160 hours, up to 35 hours per week (no overtime), occasional evening and weekend educational opportunities.
- Final Report: Upon conclusion of the internship, the intern is required to submit a final report (maximum two pages) to both the District Director and the Director of Extension. The report must include:
- Accomplishments and challenges.
- Recommendations and knowledge gained.
- Student's university, college, major, and permission to be quoted in Extension materials.
Responsibilities
Job Duty Function Perform summer internship duties by: Job Duties/Responsibilities
Major Projects & Responsibilities
Depending on the intern's major and field of study, responsibilities and projects may include the following:
- Food Preservation: Addressing misinformation regarding food preservation, locating and distributing research-based materials and education to the community, tracking and analyzing survey data from program evaluations.
- Food Safety & Nutrition: Education in public school settings that addresses handwashing and community education needs.
- Master Food Preserver Volunteer Coordination: Creating and managing volunteer hour opportunities and special events for the Master Food Preserver program.
- Youth Financial Literacy: co-teaching youth financial literacy programming in public school settings.
- Day Camp Coordination: Assisting in the planning, logistics, and implementation of FCS-related 4-H Day camps.
- Multimedia Production: Assisting with the production and editing of educational videos focused on food preservation/safety, and 4-H sewing tutorials.
Percentage Of Time 100 Essential/Marginal Essential
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) at one of the following eight Idaho public universities or colleges (private Idaho universities or colleges do not qualify) and are currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program. Priority will be given to University of Idaho student applicants:
- University of Idaho
- Idaho State University
- Boise State University
- Lewis-Clark State College
- College of Southern Idaho
- College of Western Idaho
- College of Eastern Idaho
- North Idaho College
- Experience collaborating with team members or external partners
- Experience producing written materials (e.g., reports, summaries, or correspondence)
- Experience delivering verbal presentations or sharing information in group settings
- Proficiency using computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and email
Preferred Qualifications
- Completed coursework in Family and Consumer Sciences: quantity foods, food science, food safety, nutrition, family relations, child development, money management, clothing construction, curriculum development or other relevant subject areas.
- Self- motivated and capable of working independently.
- Experience presenting in classroom and food lab settings, answering phones, responding to email, and communicating through social media, assessing data analysis and interpretation.
- Reliable transportation to and from office site in Rigby.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Physical ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move up to 50 pounds to load supplies and equipment to multiple program sites when scheduled.
Posting Information
Posting Date 04/03/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Deadline: Applications submitted before May 1st will receive first consideration. Position is open until it is filled.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research, curriculum development, and Extension programming. If you are interested in applying your knowledge in a real-world setting, we encourage you to apply! Submit the following to Deanna Poulsen, dpoulsen@uidaho.edu: resume, references, and a cover letter addressing the following questions.
1. Why are you the best fit for this position?
2. What knowledge, skills, or abilities do you bring to this internship?
3. What do you hope to learn from this paid internship experience?
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
For questions, call the Jefferson County extension office at (208) 745-6685.
Background Check Statement
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.
Quicklink for Posting https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51236
