Position Details

Position Information

Vacancy TypeTemporaryIs Internal Transfer OnlyNoWorking TitleTemp Project Youth Extension Service Staff InternSalary RangeAnticipated Hiring RangeTBDPosition Number11ASO1417Work Schedule1-2 events (Fri-Sun) each monthFull Time Equivalent (FTE)Department111401 - Agricultural and Human SciencesDepartment Agricultural and Human SciencesJob City & StateEssential Job Duties

Project YES interns provide youth development programs for children and youth of military families throughout the United States and US territories. Programs may be delivered during Yellow Ribbon events (any phase) and other youth centric activities, i.e. councils, leadership summits, family days, camps, etc. Staff interns are not required to be North Carolina State University students. Interns remain at their home university and will travel to event sites to facilitate Project YES programs. Project YES provides high level education in leadership development, facilitation skills, youth development and age-appropriate curriculum. Project YES interns will also be required to complete a career-enhancing project during the course of the internship. This will be accomplished with the assistance of an individually matched mentor. Together, the mentor and intern will complete a variety of activities designed to better inform and prepare the intern to transition into the work force.

Work Schedule – Interns must attend a mandatory Project YES Intern Orientation (22-30 May 2020) and mid-year training (22-25 October 2020) and commit to supporting a minimum of one YRRP weekend per month (Fri-Sun) for the duration of the internship. Following orientation, interns may work 1-2 weekends a month, however interns must commit to a minimum of one weekend per month (Fri-Sun) for the duration of the internship. Additional opportunities will be presented throughout the year for interns interested in supporting additional weekend events.

Please Note – Candidates must also complete an essay and 2 Project YES Letter of Recommendations. Essay and recommendation form requirements may be found on the Project YES website (http://www.projectyouthextension.com). . All documents must be received within the application window. Incomplete application packages will not be eligible for consideration.

Other Work/Responsibilities

n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

-Currently enrolled undergraduate (Sophomore-Senior) or Graduate student. Must be in student status for a minimum of 6 months during the internship.

Departmental Required Skills

-Must be able to work with a wide variety of people in a productive and effective manner
-Must be self-initiating and able to effectively multi-task
-Effective oral and written communication skills for lay and professional audiences are essential
-Interns must exhibit interpersonal communication, team building, problem solving and networking skills
-Project YES staff interns must embrace diversity, in every sense, and be tolerant and respectful of individual differences

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

-Experience working with youth
-Excellent organizational and training skills
-Skilled in coordinating activities and establishing priorities
-Ability to analyze problems and make well-reasoned, sound decisions
-Able to work within a team construct as well as autonomously and independently
-Comfortable working with social and educational media (Facebook, Twitter, Skype, Collaborate)
-Experience with 4-H, Cooperative Extension or military organizations

Required License or Certification

-Valid Driver’s License

Special Instructions

Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Candidates must also complete an essay and 2 Project YES Letter of Recommendations. Essay and recommendation form requirements may be found on the Project YES website (http://www.projectyouthextension.com)

Job Open Date10/08/2019Must Be Open Until

Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.02/29/2020Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoProposed Hire Date04/01/2020AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Are you a currently enrolled undergraduate (Sophomore-Senior) or Graduate student?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Will you be in student status for a minimum of 6 months during the internship?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Are you able to work with a wide variety of people in a productive and effective manner?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Are you self-initiating and able to multi-task effectively and efficiently?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you possess effective oral and written communication skills for lay and professional audiences?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Do you exhibit interpersonal communication, team building, problem solving and networking skills?
   • Yes
   • No
9. * Are you able to embrace diversity, in every sense, and be tolerant and respectful of individual differences?
   • Yes
   • No
10. Do you have experience working with youth?
    • Yes
    • No
11. Do you possess excellent organizational and training skills?
    • Yes
    • No
12. Are you skilled in coordinating activities and establishing priorities?
    • Yes
    • No
13. Do you have the ability to work within a team construct as well as autonomously and independently?
    • Yes
    • No
14. Are you comfortable working with social and educational media (Facebook, Twitter, Skype, Collaborate)?
    • Yes
    • No
15. Do you have experience working with 4-H, Cooperative Extension or military organizations?
    • Yes
    • No
16. * Do you have a valid Drivers License?
    • Yes
    • No
17. * If selected, will you commit to attending the 2020 Intern Orientation currently scheduled for 22-30 May, 2020?
    • Yes
    • No
18. * If selected, will you dedicate 1-2 weekends per month for the duration of the 1-year internship?
    • Yes
    • No
19. * If selected, will you commit to and complete a career-enhancing project to be completed during the internship?
    • Yes
    • No
20. * What is your anticipated graduation month and year?

    (Open Ended Question)

21. If you are not currently enrolled in college, have you been accepted into, but not yet started, a college program? (Post-baccalaureate, Graduate, Certificate, etc.) If Yes, please provide the name of the University/College and the academic program.

    (Open Ended Question)

22. Do you have access to a reliable automobile for the duration of the internship?
    • Yes
    • No
23. Are you willing to drive your personal vehicle to support Project YES events? (You will be paid mileage reimbursement based on authorized reimbursement rates.)
    • Yes
    • No

Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents