CSIF Communications Internship – Summer 2027

Farm Bureau Financial Services•West Des Moines, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The communications intern helps develop strategies focused on supporting farmers as they raise livestock responsibly and successfully. From the office to the field, the communications intern acquires hands-on experience in agriculture, journalism, public relations, marketing, social media, event management, and much more. This paid internship is full-time from May-August, with potential for the selected applicant to work part-time in the spring/fall. As an intern, you will also participate in corporate activities designed to provide exposure to our industry, organization, and culture. Our internship program follows an 80/10/10 approach: 80% of your time will be spent performing meaningful work and project-based assignments within your department. 10% of your time will be dedicated to learning from and networking with employees in other areas of the organization. 10% of your time will be spent participating in shared internship experiences that provide insight into our culture, leadership, and business operations.

Requirements

Current undergraduate college student pursuing a degree in an agricultural field such as animal science, ag business/economics, ag communications/marketing/journalism, ag education, etc.
Background and/or interest in agriculture.
Significant writing, photography, and social media experience.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva, as well as Microsoft Office programs, among others.
Willingness to learn.
Experience working with marketing activities and events.
Ability to develop a positive and effective relationship with farmers, press, industry representatives.
Ability to work independently, and in a team environment.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis. We are not able to sponsor now or in the future, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa or work authorization for this role. For example, we are not considering candidates with OPT status.

Nice To Haves

Videography a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop communications content for the CSIF website, Good Farm Neighbor Award, Green Farmstead Partner program, Building Your Livestock Legacy, and social media platforms, etc.
Help coordinate livestock open houses and Good Farm Neighbor Award events, field days and other events.
Manage/promote the content and branding of Iowa Ag Intel resources and messaging.
Work closely with Iowa's nine commodity groups and farm organizations.
Implement CSIF's values by instilling in farmers the best management practices for animal husbandry, environmental stewardship and community involvement.