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NWREC Research Outreach & Media Communications BES Intern

Oregon State University

Oregon State University

Marketing & Communications
Corvallis, OR, USA
USD 14.7-19 / hour
Posted on Jun 10, 2025
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Position Information
Job Title NWREC Research Outreach & Media Communications BES Intern
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Aurora
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $19.00 (Standard); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $20.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week during academic terms and a maximum of 40 hours per week during academic breaks) NWREC Research Outreach & Media Communications BES Intern position for the North Willamette Research and Extension Center in Aurora Oregon at Oregon State University (OSU).

The North Willamette Research and Extension Center in Aurora Oregon is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Summer Intern – Outreach & Media Communications to support public engagement and media production efforts. This position will play a key role in providing guided tours for visiting groups, highlighting the research conducted at the station, and addressing critical agricultural and environmental issues. Additionally, the intern will assist in developing media content that showcases ongoing research, culminating in the production of an end-of-season research highlight publication

We are looking for an upper-level college students with a passion for photography, storytelling, agriculture, research and outreach/engagement. Applicants must have a high degree of self-motivation and creativity, as well as enjoy interacting in an educational outreach setting.
This position will provide: hands-on experience in science communication, public engagement, and media production. Opportunities to interact with leading researchers and professionals in agriculture and environmental science. Development of a portfolio showcasing published work, media content, and a research highlight report. Potential for professional recommendations based on performance.
The North Willamette Research and Extension Center (NWREC) is located within the Willamette Valley, featuring world-class horticulture and crop sciences field research. The 160-acre research and Extension center is home to several faculty and program specialists and serves farmers in the north Willamette valley area. The station is located about 20 miles south of Portland and serves the 7 surrounding counties focusing on high value crops. Approximately 40% of Oregon’s farmgate value is produced within 50 miles of NWREC.
The focus of research and education programming for NWREC is on the region’s most important crop systems: nurseries and greenhouses, fresh vegetables and specialty seed crops, berries and small fruit, Christmas trees, orchard crops, field crops, and small farms. In addition, NWREC is the location for the state’s only IR-4 research program working with many of the state’s agricultural crops throughout Oregon.
Position Duties
Tour Coordination & Public Engagement
  • Develop and lead informative and engaging tours for external visitors, including producers, community members, policymakers, students, and industry professionals.
  • Collaborate with researchers and staff to accurately tell the story of the research at NWREC and convey research themes and key issues being researched and their real-world applications.
  • Assist in planning and promoting special events or field days at the research station.
Media Production & Communications
  • Capture photos and videos of research activities, experiments, and fieldwork.
  • Create social media posts, blog entries, and digital content to promote the station’s research initiatives.
  • Conduct interviews with researchers, staff, and visiting experts to generate compelling stories.
  • Work with CAS Marketing and Communications to develop outlets for NWREC research and extension stories,
End-of-Season Research Highlight Publication
  • Compile and edit written summaries of research projects and their impact.
  • Design a visually engaging digital or print publication showcasing key research findings and station activities.
  • Coordinate with faculty and station leadership to ensure content accuracy and alignment with institutional goals.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
  • Must have been awarded the 2025 BES Experiential Learning Internship
  • Must be at least 18 years old by internship start date.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable speaking to groups and translating technical information for diverse audiences.
  • Experience or interest in science communication, media production, or public outreach.
  • Able to travel and operate independently, as needed.
  • Willing to receive feedback and input
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Basic skills in photography, videography, and content editing.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with a diverse team of researchers and staff.
Interest in agricultural and environmental research is a plus.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Working Conditions
Work is mainly performed indoor and outdoor at NWREC. The ability work in and dress appropriately for all weather conditions is required. After hours research and outreach events are expected to occur but will be infrequent.
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