Consumer Engagement Intern

Join us at the Illinois Farm Bureau to become part of an influential leader that has a rich history and vision toward the future of agriculture. We’re excited you’re looking for a career with Illinois Farm Bureau as we advocate for farmers and agriculture. We’re a grassroots organization made up of people who support farms, food and families in Illinois.. Apply today to become a vital part of helping us advocate for Illinois agriculture and support Illinois farm families.

About the role

At Illinois Farm Bureau, we pride ourselves on offering a competitive and enriching internship program. The Consumer Engagement Intern is part of the Illinois Center for Agricultural Engagement, which focuses on external engagement and educational outreach to improve understanding of Illinois agriculture. The purpose of consumer engagement at IFB is to build awareness and perception of Illinois agriculture and farming practices among adult non-farming audiences. We support the local engagement efforts of County Farm Bureaus and Collegiate Farm Bureaus and offer information and training to Farm Bureau members interested in engaging consumer audiences. Beyond project work, the intern will learn about future career opportunities, network within the organization, and so much more! We’re excited you are considering us to enhance your college and internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop content for consumer-facing materials and resources to aid in consumer conversations on agricultural topics
• Brainstorm and develop framework for consumer engagement events for use by County Farm Bureaus and Collegiate Farm Bureau chapters
• Attend various consumer engagement events throughout Illinois
• Assist with Illinois Farm Families projects as needed
• Additional support of Illinois Center for Agricultural Engagement programs as needed

Application Timeline

We know waiting can be difficult, so we want to set expectations upfront. Our internship recruiting process takes plac