Utah State University
Extension Watershed Stewardship Intern
Requisition ID: 2026-10185
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT
Category: Extension
position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Extension
Department: Vice President-Extension
Advertised Salary: $18.00 an hour
Overview
Join USU Extension to gain hands-on experience supporting applied research that directly benefits communities across Utah. In this internship, you’ll work alongside Extension Specialists who are subject matter experts turning research into practical, real-world solutions. You’ll contribute to projects that address current challenges while building skills in areas such as data collection, analysis, or research communication.
Our team values curiosity, collaboration, and learning by doing. Interns are welcomed as contributing members of the team and are encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and grow professionally. Work may include a combination of field, office, and occasional remote tasks, depending on the project. This is a great opportunity for students interested in research, Extension, or careers that connect science with community impact.
This position is hybrid work eligible within the state of Utah, with in-person responsibilities in Caceh County, UT.
Responsibilities
- Development of resources for homeowners on how to maintain septic systems. Materials include: webpage, factsheets, infographics, and magnets that can be distributed to county health departments.
- GIS story map of land trends in Utah looking at areas with high conversion rates of public lands and private working lands. May start in watershed (Cache County) and then build out as time allows during the internship.
- Assist in the development and delivery of a survey for producers to better understand their awareness and potential impacts of emerging water quality challenges that can impact irrigation source water (PFAs, microplastics, HABs, etc.) and what resources they may need. This will help guide future project development and extension materials.
- Participate in Extension events or development of other extension materials, as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Be an undergraduate student
- Have an interest in the Extension program
- Be dependable
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience and interest in ArcGIS and/or graphic design
Required Documents
Along with the online Application, please attach:
- Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
- Transcripts to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
- A short Writing Sample to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
$18.00 an hour
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department Highlights
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.
USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU’s commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or [email protected].
*updated 12/2025
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