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Learning Outcomes
Students that participate in Rural Works! will be able to:
- Describe NC State’s land grant mission.
- Provide examples of how they applied their strengths during their internship.
- Describe the unique characteristics of work and life in a rural community.
- Develop professional competencies.
Student Eligibility
- Undergraduate and graduate students from all majors and academic colleges
- Full-time enrollment with plans to return to campus in Fall 2023
- Must not be enrolled in summer school courses or hold other internships/jobs during Summer 2023
Student Requirements
- Attend an orientation session on April 22nd, 2023
- Complete eight hours of community service during the internship. Be sure to submit your community service reflection form after you volunteer.
- Complete a post-assessment survey
- Participants are responsible for securing their own housing arrangements
- Sign a participation agreement upon accepting a Rural Works! internship offer
- Once you accept a Rural Works! positions (verbally or in writing) you must withdraw from the interview process of other internship opportunities
Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to attend one of the following information sessions:
- November 2022: Date and time TBD
Important Dates
- November 2022: Rural Works! information sessions
- April 15, 2023: Deadline to submit internship application through ePACK
- April 2023: Rural Works! student orientation
How Students Apply
- Log into your ePACK account
- Search “Rural Works!” in keywords
- Submit your resume to the job post
Helpful Tips
- Check ePACK regularly starting in December 2022 for new internship opportunities.
- Apply early! Employers may review applications and hire on a rolling basis.