Targeted Students: Agribusiness, Agricultural and Extension Education, and Animal and Nutritional Sciences
We are seeking one undergraduate student intern interested in careers in facility management, event planning, and extension programs to assist with the management of the event facility, and the planning, marketing, and management of events and programs.
Term: March – November
Responsibilities include:
- Market the JW Ruby Research Farm facilities to potential end users
- Provide facility tours to visitors, students, and potential end users
- Meet with end users before events to determine specific facility needs
- Assist with scheduling, contracting, and marketing events
- Maintain records related to visiting horses, contracts, and insurance requirements
- Assist with creating invoices and following up with end users at the conclusion of the event
- Assist with set up, day of management, and tear down after events
Desired qualifications:
- General knowledge of the equine and agricultural industries
- Interest in facility management and event planning
- Experience with extension programming
- Demonstrated proficiency in organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks and projects
- Intrinsically motivated
- Excellent communications skills
This is a 9-month internship opportunity with opportunity to earn credits. To apply, please send a one page professional resume that addresses your ability to meet the responsibilities and desired qualifications by December 1st to Crystal.Smith@mail.wvu.edu.
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