Student Equity Intern

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Opening Date: April 28, 2025 Closing Date: 2 weeks/Until Filled

Position: Student Equity Intern FLSA Status: Hourly-Nonexempt

Department: Extension/Equity Job Status: Part-time/10 hrs. weekly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., contingent on the student’s class schedule, some weekend/evening hours with supervision.

Salary: $15.00/hour, 10 Hrs./Week

Reports To: You will be working under the guidance of the Assistant Professor of Diversified Agriculture and Equity & Extension Coordinator.

Organization and Location:

This position is located at Village Market, 509 Buffalo Trail, Winnebago, NE 68071

Purpose of Position:

Little Priest Tribal College offers a unique and dynamic internship opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic student. This position provides hands-on experience in curriculum support, student engagement, and the practical application of soil and plant sciences within our teaching garden. The successful candidate will be able to develop online lab videos for plant and soil science, assist faculty in grading, maintain the teaching garden, and support student learning experiences.

Job Responsibilities:

Help assisting in creating online lab videos to enhance student learning online

Assisting in the maintenance and care of the teaching garden, including planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting.

Laboratory classroom set up under the guidance of the instructor

Proofreading curriculum materials and providing feedback for improvement under the guidance of the instructor

Grading student papers and assignments under the guidance of the instructor

Requirements/Qualifications:

Must currently be enrolled in classes at LPTC

Must be seeking a degree in Diversified Ag.

Must be in good academic standing

Have a genuine interest in agriculture, natural resources, or sustainable lifestyles

Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills

Must be reliable and adhere to work schedule

Ability to work as part of a team and independently at multiple locations

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors for extended lengths of time and in all weather conditions

Participate in FERPA, Title IX, and other developmental trainings as directed

Condition of Employment:

Must pass a pre-employment criminal background screen.

Must be able to pass a drug screening.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under Tribes insurance.

HOW TO APPLY:

You can visit us online at to complete an online application. Applicants can also submit a paper application to Human Resources, Little Priest Tribal College, P.O. Box 270, Winnebago, NE 68071 or email to .

*Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact LPTC through the Federal Relay System at . Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

At LPTC, we are committed to hiring a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. Indian preference applies. All other applicants have equal employment opportunities irrespective of their race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. LPTC will uphold these principles and ensure that this philosophy is administered appropriately. Arrangements for reasonable accommodation required by disabilities can be made by contacting the Human Resources Office

Little Priest Tribal College is an Equal Opportunity Employer