TN Extension Internship Program: ANR/CED Agricultural & Resources Economics
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- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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- Knoxville, TN
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Job Details
POSITION X2204 Tennessee Extension Internship Program: ANR/CED Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics 10-week Summer InternshipLOCATION The student will work in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Tennessee. A workstation will be provided in Morgan Hall, Knoxville, TN. Prior to starting the internship, interns will participate in a day-long orientation to familiarize them with Tennessee Extension Programs in ANR. EFFECTIVE DATE Tentative--May 19 – July 28, 2022 SALARY AND BENEFITSA stipend in the amount of $6,840 for the 10-week internship is provided for each intern. As with any position, it is expected that an intern is able to get to and from work each day. Generally, interns ride with Extension agents during significant work-related travel and therefore do not receive a travel budget allotment. JOB DESCRIPTION
- The successful applicant will assist faculty, staff and graduate students with grant funded projects related to domestic agricultural policy. Topics will include whole farm revenue protection crop insurance, micro farm policy crop insurance, heirs’ property relending program, and agricultural risk coverage and price loss coverage. Other topics may be assigned at the discretion of the intern’s supervisor.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS
- Candidate must be enrolled in a college of agriculture, natural resources, environmental science or closely related major.
- Should have completed at least 50 percent of the required course work for the Bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher and has at least one more semester to complete after the summer internship has ended. Preference will be given to students presently enrolled in the University of Tennessee, Tennessee State University, any other university or college in Tennessee, or to a student resident of Tennessee enrolled elsewhere. Preference will also be given to those with Extension experience (i.e. former 4-H member, etc.). However, all eligible applicants will be considered.
- Must reside in, or live within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned location. Housing not provided.
- Must have own transportation to and from work.
- Must present a written and oral report of the project accomplishments and training experience at the end of the internship.
- Complete Online Application Attach Resume to Online ApplicationAttach Transcript to Online ApplicationAttach Completed Addendum to Online Application (https://extension.tennessee.edu/eesd/Documents/Internships/ANR_CED_Undergraduate Extension_Internships_Addendum.pdf)
Job: Other Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Administration - Ext
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Jan 11, 2022, 4:34:58 PM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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