2025 Dougherty County Summer ANR Intern Joshua Emmanuel sharing his internship experience

UGA Extension offers a paid internship opportunity in the summer for undergraduate and graduate students to get hands-on experience and explore potential career in Extension. We are looking for an Agricultural & Natural Resources (ANR) Intern for Summer (May, June, July) 2026 to work under the supervision of the ANR Extension Agent in Dougherty County.

Who can apply?

Minimum Requirements:

  • Enrolled (or the semester immediately following graduation) as an undergraduate or graduate student in a degree program that would qualify the participant for employment as an Extension agent.
  • Interested in pursuing a career in Extension.

Why apply?

  • Learn by doing. Put your classroom skills to work on real-world projects.
  • Grow your network. Work alongside experienced county agents and community leaders.
  • Explore a career in Extension. Discover if life as an agent is the right path for you.
  • Make a difference. Contribute to research and programs that meet local needs.

Application Deadline: January 2, 2026.

What our Agricultural & Natural Resources Interns do?

  • Assist County ANR Agents.
  • Support on-farm and field research.
  • Engage with local producers.
  • Plan and deliver educational programs.
  • Create educational materials like articles, flyers, etc.
  • Develop professional and technical skills.

If you have any questions, please contact UGA Dougherty County Extension at uge4095@uga.edu or call (229) 436 7216.