Careers

University of Illinois Extension is a statewide network of professionals dedicated to creating local community impact and statewide transformation. We do this by translating research and knowledge into practical programs for Illinois residents. Our programs target youth and adults, individuals and families, as well as business owners and community leaders.

Our staffing needs are diverse, but we often have openings for those with an interest in education, agriculture, environmental stewardship, foods and nutrition, and community development. And we are always on the lookout for those individuals gifted in office administration, program planning, IT, and communications! 

To view all openings for Illinois Extension, visit the University of Illinois Academic Job Board.

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Summer Internships

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McLean County Extension 4-H Summer Intern

Explore a mentored career path! This 28-hour-per-week summer position will assist the 4-H Educator and Program Coordinator in all aspects of the McLean County 4-H Show and summer programming. Duties include contacting volunteers, sending out mailings, developing marketing materials, maintaining a database, answering customer questions, setting up/cleaning the 4-H Show, and performing other duties as assigned. To learn more about this position and request a job description, contact the McLean County Office at 309-663-8306.
To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Katie Buckley at kbuckley@illinois.edu by February 1, 2024.
 
LOCATION: McLean County Office, Bloomington, IL

Livingston County  4-H Summer Intern:

Explore a mentored career path! This 28-hour-per-week summer position will assist the 4-H Educator and Program Coordinator in all aspects of the Livingston County 4-H Show and summer programming. Duties include contacting volunteers, sending out mailings, developing marketing materials, maintaining a database, answering customer questions, setting up/cleaning the 4-H Show, and performing other duties as assigned. To learn more about this position and request a job description, contact the Livingston County Office at 815-842-1776.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Katie Buckley at kbuckley@illinios.edu  by February 1, 2024.
 
LOCATION: Woodford County Office, Eureka, IL

Woodford County 4-H Summer Intern:

Explore a mentored career path! This 28-hour-per-week summer position will assist the 4-H Educator and Program Coordinator in all aspects of the Woodford County 4-H Show and summer programming. Duties include contacting volunteers, sending out mailings, developing marketing materials, maintaining a database, answering customer questions, setting up/cleaning the 4-H Show, and performing other duties as assigned. To learn more about this position and request a job description, contact the Woodford County Office at 309-467-3789.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Katie Buckley at kbuckley@illinios.edu  by February 1, 2024.
 
LOCATION: Woodford County Office, Eureka, IL

Agriculture and Natural Resources Summer Intern:

Explore a mentored career path! This 28-hour-per-week position will assist the ANR Educators as well as Program Coordinators in all aspects of summer planning in Agriculture and Natural Resources. Duties include assisting in programming for community members, developing materials, assisting with various events, and community gardens as well as other duties that are assigned. To learn more about this position and request a job description, contact the McLean County Extension office at 309-663-8306. 

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Katie Buckley at kbuckley@illinios.edu by February 1, 2024.

LOCATION: McLean County Office, Bloomington IL