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Internships
The only way to have more leaders for tomorrow is to train young people to be leaders now.
Internships give outstanding Kansas 4-H alumni the opportunity to work with the Foundation. Interns gain educational experiences related to career goals and special areas of interest through the following opportunities:
- Collingwood Leadership Internship
- Clara Dubbs Internship
- Tom Potter Leadership Internship
- Otis Hall 4-H Internship
Interns advance the work of the Foundation in practical hands-on experiences related to future career selections. Interns also develop skills for future career applications.
Selection - The Foundation continuously accepts applications. A typical internship lasts 90 days or less, with schedules based on the type of duties. Interns can fulfill college credit. Applicants are selected through an interview and evaluation process.
General criteria:
- Demonstrate successful leadership experiences in Kansas 4-H club work
- Record of successful achievement in school, church or community activities
- Communicate interest in career areas related to Foundation work opportunities
- References related to character, sense of responsibility and ability to work with others
- Previous work experiences which offer skills to benefit Foundation operations
Area of Study - Students studying in the following areas are encouraged to apply: accounting, conference center management; sales; food service; dietary management; horticulture; landscape management; journalism; communications; public relations; marketing; education; kinesiology; clerical and secretarial; construction science; environmental or interpretive sciences; fund development; hotel and restaurant management; wildlife biology and management and park resource management.
Compensation - The Foundation awards a stipend based on the amount of time and work completed during the program.
Applications - Send a resume and a letter of application explaining why you would like to participate in the program to: Kansas 4-H Foundation, 116 Umberger Hall, KSU, Manhattan, KS 66506-3417; call (785) 532-5881; or fax (785) 532-6963. Please contact us to learn more about internship opportunities.
