Extension Home Food Preservation Intern

Job description

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. Responsibilities: - Coordinate with county Extension faculty to identify and recruit clients interested in updating traditional Utah recipes to modern food safety standards. - Communicate with community members to collect recipes and relevant background (process, ingredients, preservation method). - Assist in evaluating and testi...