Ohio Pork Council seeks summer interns
The Ohio Pork Council is looking for 3 highly motivated interns to join their team during Spring/ Summer 2024.
Communication Intern
The Ohio Pork Council is looking for a highly driven communications intern to join their team during Summer 2024.
The ideal candidate should be majoring in the field of agriculture, communications, marketing or journalism; preferably going into their junior or senior year. Knowledge of swine and modern agriculture is a plus, but not required.
The intern will be responsible for developing written and graphic communications for members, the media and consumers; increasing member participation and awareness of producer education programs; promotion of education and food stands at the Ohio State Fair; in addition to special events planning and volunteer recruitment.
The Ohio Pork Council Communications Internship is sure to provide a variety of learning opportunities and awesome experiences within the agriculture field.
Interested applicants can view the complete job description at ohiopork.org/internship/, with applications due December 1, 2023.
Download the application here.
OH-PIGS Program Intern
The Ohio Pork Council OH-PIGS Program Intern will be responsible for efficient and effective communication with the Program Manager on expectations on a week-to-week basis. The intern will work closely with the Program Manager to ensure that the OH-PIGS program has a successful line-up of shows.
Applicants should be majoring in the field of agriculture or a related program area at the collegiate level. Applicants should have well working knowledge of show pig programs, as well as knowledge of modern agriculture and pork production. Those interested in the internship should have solid public speaking and writing skills, be very organized, have the ability to work independently, and travel to and from required events. Additionally, applicants should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and other similar programs.
Interested applicants can view the complete job description at ohiopork.org/internship/, with applications due December 1, 2023.
Download the application here.
OSF Pig Care & Education Intern
The Ohio Pork Council Pig Care and Education Intern will serve as the key staff person at the 2024 Ohio State Fair Birthing Center. During the 12-day event, the intern will play an integral role in providing quality animal care, monitoring the farrowing process, and maintaining a positive public perception for fairgoers in attendance.
Applicants should be majoring in the field of agriculture, communications, or education, preferably going into their junior or senior year. Previous experience working with swine is required. Related experience conducting agriculture education programs or working with consumers is a plus. Applicants should have the ability to provide superior animal care, solid public speaking skills and feel comfortable answering questions regarding Ohio’s pork industry. Applicants should be self-motivated, have the ability to work independently and thrive in fast- paced environments.
Interested applicants can view the complete job description at ohiopork.org/internship/, with applications due December 1, 2023.
Download the application here.