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Summer Internship-Precision Agriculture/Community Food Systems - Cascade

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: about 9 hours ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Details
Classification Information


Posting Number STH002178P
Employee Category Student/Temporary

Position Information


Position Title Summer Internship-Precision Agriculture/Community Food Systems - Cascade
Location Off Campus Location - Valley County Extension/Cascade
Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department Southern District
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Pay Range $17.00 per hour
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Work Schedule Summary
Position is expected to start 5/18/2026 and end 8/21/2026.
Maximum of 400 hours (10 weeks), 40 hours per week. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. No work will be performed on the following University of Idaho observed holidays – Memorial Day (May 25), Juneteenth (June 19), Independence Day (July 4).

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary
Summer Internship – Precision Agriculture/Community Food Systems

Responsibilities


Job Duty Function Perfom summer internship duties by:
Job Duties/Responsibilities
• Install remote data logging device to pair with Raspberry Pi data collection systems to monitor the soil, air, and humidity in five high tunnel structures throughout Valley and Adams County.
• Assist at tabling and outreach events throughout the community to promote research project and ALL UI Extension programs.
• Co-write and establish research procedure and collaborative documents to implement a regional study focused on using remote sensors and precision agriculture in case study regional data set study.
• Co-write a draft of the Extension case study bulletin to share information on the establishment of gathering regional research collaborators documenting the technology implementing and the monitoring system established throughout the region. Co-authorship on any published information post-study is possible for student intern that contributes significant written contributions to this study.
• Teach youth and adult education to highlight remote sensing and precision agriculture initiatives throughout the summer by conducting classes at one of the research site locations. Help plan event logistics throughout the summer and pre-plan fall programs to highlight precision agriculture project at public outreach events.
• Design marketing materials to help educate the public on the efforts of the Extension office to help fund, support, and implement Precision Agriculture to strengthen local food resiliency.
• Help install and/or trouble shoot infrastructure at monitoring sites throughout the season. Possible construction of a high tunnel greenhouse is possible, depending on the timing of start and finish dates of internship.
• Attending professional development opportunities as available.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Preparing an internship experience final report and submitting to the UI Extension Director and supervisor at the conclusion of the internship.
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) and are currently enrolled at one of the following eight Idaho public universities or colleges (private Idaho universities or colleges do not qualify). 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
• Must provide own transportation and have the ability to travel to multiple work sites. University will follow applicable policies if personal vehicle is used, which may include reimbursement at a pre-established rate.
Preferred Qualifications
• Completed coursework in Engineering, Precision Agriculture, Agriculture, Environmental Science, STEM Education, or other relevant subject areas.
• Comfortable sharing techniques and methods with the public and Extension volunteers (youth and adults).
• Experience establishing and monitoring remote data logging equipment using Raspberry Pi or other similar technology.
• Excellent writing skills to communicate the establishment of methods used in collaborative data collection process.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Enjoys working in a variety of settings and environments with various audiences.
• Experience in creating social media and marketing strategy/materials.
• Knowledge and experience in the construction trades, engineering, or precision agriculture, and technology.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
• Willing and able to work out of doors several times per week in hot weather.
• Ability to use construction tools in a safe and responsible manner.

Posting Information


Posting Date 03/10/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by April 1, 2026, will receive first consideration.
For more information contact:
Melissa Hamilton, mbhamilton@uidaho.edu
208-382-7190
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/51001

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