The Education Department of ACSESS (Alliance of Crop, Soil and Environmental Science Societies) develops high-quality educational content for professionals in agronomy, crop science, and soil science. We create online courses, credentialing materials, and continuing education resources to support knowledge transfer across our scientific communities.
Position Title
Intern – Revision of Multiple-Choice Questions for Education Course Quizzes
Anticipated Start Date
June 3, 2025
Anticipated End Date
August 15, 2025
Remote Work Eligibility Detail
This position is an on-site position based out of 5585 Guilford Road, Madison WI
Anticipated Hours Per Week
20 hours per week
Schedule
Monday to Friday 8 a.m to 12 p.m CST or 12:30 p.m to 4:30 p.m. Periodic check-ins may be scheduled with Education staff.
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum
$15.00 per hour
Number of Positions
1
Position Summary / Job Duties
The intern will support the Education Department in revising multiple-choice quiz questions from the online courses that the societies have. The project involves reviewing approximately 200–230 quiz questions, revising them for clarity and accuracy, rewriting answers (one correct, three incorrect), and identifying outdated or unnecessary questions for removal.
Key Responsibilities:
- Rework and update quiz questions provided in Excel format
- Use online module PDFs as references for revisions
- Write one correct and three plausible incorrect answers per question
- Identify and document questions recommended for deletion with rationale
- Submit revised questions in batches for interim feedback
- Deliver final Excel file with all revisions by end of August
Qualifications
- Undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate) in agronomy, soil science, crop science, or related field
- Strong written communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with assessment design or editing is a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Subject matter expertise in Soil and Water Management (preferred)
- Familiarity with other domains such as Nutrient Management, Pest Management, or Crop Management is beneficial
- Attention to detail and accuracy in scientific communication
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational skills and comfort working with spreadsheets
Physical Demands
- This position is onsite and sedentary in nature
- Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods
To Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest (1 paragraph), including your relevant coursework or experience in soil and water management or other agronomic areas, to:
Susan Varghese, Director of People & Culture
Subject Line: Internship – Quiz Revision
Deadline to apply:05/30/2025
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