COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP
Location: Washington, DC
Position Dates: May 26 to August 3
Compensation: $19 / hr
Application Deadline: January 31, 2026
The AFBF internship program provides university students with an immersive opportunity to develop professional skills, explore agricultural industry dynamics, and gain hands-on experience through an 8–10-week engagement with our organization. Interns will develop a comprehensive understanding of association operations while building meaningful workplace competencies.
Throughout the program, participants will network with colleagues and senior executives through targeted educational and professional development activities.
Role Description:
The Communications Intern will support the Communications department with tasks including news reporting, website content development, media relations, public relations campaigns, and event coordination. The ideal candidate is an undergraduate student, preferably in their junior year, majoring in communications, journalism, or an agriculture-related field. Strong writing skills are essential. Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to submit a writing sample of at least 250 words with their application. Samples may include previous class work, published articles, a fictitious news item drafted for the purpose of this application, or any other sample that demonstrated the applicant’s writing ability.
How to Apply:
Candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, transcript and two letters of recommendation to be considered.
Applicants should specify their areas of interest and how their background provides them with the proper knowledge and abilities to excel in this internship in their cover letter.