Agricultural Communications Intern, Farm Show (College)

THE POSITION

Are you an ambitious college student searching for a fulfilling internship experience?  As an Agricultural Communications Intern for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, you will help share the story of agriculture through photos, videos, and written content.  This role gives you the chance to work directly with communication professionals and see how a major event like the Farm Show is promoted.  You will learn how to prepare media materials, assist with events, and gain valuable experience in public communication.  This internship is a strong way to build your resume and explore a career in agriculture or communications!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This internship focuses on developing communication skills while supporting storytelling and media work for the Farm Show.  Your responsibilities will focus on creating content, assisting with public outreach, and helping highlight agriculture in meaningful ways.  As an Agricultural Communications Intern, you will perform the following duties:

• Media Support: Collect daily media clips and help draft and share news releases
• Content Creation: Capture, edit, and post photos and videos from Farm Show events
• Event Assistance: Plan, promote, and staff events throughout the Farm Show
• Story Development: Help create content that highlights agriculture and tells stories from the show
• Communications Outreach: Assist with general communication tasks for the Department of Agriculture

Interested in learning more?  Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Internship period will begin in January 2027 and continue through the Farm Show which will be held January 7, 2027 through January 16, 2027.
• Work hours will vary between 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work hours vary during Farm Show hours and will include evenings and weekends as required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.  Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor’s degree or advanced degree program in one of the following acceptable majors:
  • Communications
  • Journalism
  • Public Relations
  •  Marketing
  • Animal Science
  • Photography
  • Agricultural Science
• Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).
• Pennsylvania residency or enrollment as a full-time student at a Pennsylvania college or university.
• Completion of Freshman year of college.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.  Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements.  Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.  Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.  
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work.  Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.  Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted.  Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.  To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.  The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.  The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.  All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. 

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* 

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
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Agency Information

EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov