Ag in the Classroom Intern

Illinois Agricultural Association • Bloomington, IL

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About The Position

At Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom, we take pride in offering a competitive, hands-on internship experience that provides meaningful opportunities for professional growth and real-world impact. As an intern, you will become an integral member of our team, working alongside experienced educational professionals while partnering with a dedicated mentor. Interns are entrusted with meaningful projects and play a key role in developing engaging, agriculture-accurate educational resources for classrooms. This internship offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in agricultural literacy across Illinois. Your work will directly support hundreds of teachers as they deliver high-quality, real-world learning experiences and will help inspire and educate thousands of students throughout the state. We are delighted you are considering Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom as a place to grow your skills, expand your professional network, and make a meaningful contribution to education.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in agriculture, education, or a related field.
• Must be able to work full-time hours from late May 2027 to early August 2027.
• Graduation date of August 2027 or beyond.
• Basic graphic design skills.
• Ability to write effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences.

Nice To Haves

• The internship may be extended part-time through fall 2027 and spring 2028.
• Basic knowledge of agriculture industry is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of the education system in preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create social media campaigns to use for upcoming school year.
• Write educational materials for a variety of -ag and education-related topics.
• Help coordinator summer teacher trainings, both virtual and in-person.
• Assist with lesson plan development and event planning.

Benefits

• insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life)
• 401(k) with company match
• parental leave
• paid time off
• paid company holidays
• time off to volunteer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree