All colleges at Colorado State University work with the Office of Engagement and Extension to support an annual summer internship program. No previous experience with research or Extension required. Locations vary across the state, and combine research, program delivery and dissemination efforts with hands on learning at the local/county level. Interns glean an understanding of the complexities of working across state, county and university constructs and how to marry varying perspectives toward a common goal in addition to specific internship goals.