Town/City
Algona
Base County
Kossuth
Counties Served
Kossuth
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and implementation of many camps/workshops through the summer.
- Assist with preparation and implementation of county fair.
- Assist with preparation of exhibits for Iowa State Fair.
- Recruitment of and correspondence with county fair helpers.
- Assist in general office duties, including answering phones, making copies, handling walk-in clientele and light cleaning/organizing.
- Provide pre and post event publicity via newspapers, radio, direct mail and personal contact.
- Assist staff with preparation of material for youth programs.
- Provide staff reports to the Kossuth County Extension Council
- Take part in the Kossuth & Palo Alto County Economic Development Summer Intern Program.
Qualifications
- Minimum one year of college completed (would consider 2024 high school graduate based on experience and qualifications)
- Interest in working with youth
- Experience as a member or volunteer in the 4-H program is desirable
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing to youth and adults
- Ability to work with office equipment and computer programs
- Experience in working with groups and leading group activities
- Responsible, dependable, and good organizational skills
- Preference to candidates with knowledge of Kossuth County
- Access to transportation and a valid driver’s license
- Must pass child protection safety screening process
- Ability to lift 40 pounds
Additional Information
- Period of employment is May - August 2024 (dates TBD)
- Work hours will generally fall between Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Friday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm, with some evening and weekend hours as scheduled
Download application and electronically submit resume and completed application to Jane Koppen, jkoppen@iastate.edu.
Job Type
Internship
Hours
30-40 hours per week
Wages (type)
Hourly
Application Deadline