Michigan Farm Bureau’s Promotion & Education and Young Farmer Departments are seeking a reliable, creative, and motivated summer intern.

This intern would assist in developing and implementing resources that help students learn about agriculture, increase consumer awareness, and grow Young Farmers’ leadership skills. There are also opportunities to work with event planning and shadow other departments.

The intern will receive hands-on training and support from their managers and company mentors. Managers work with the intern to identify and develop personal goals and improve their own desired skills.

*NOTE: both in and out of office work might be required at the Farm Bureau Center/Warehouse in Lansing, MI. This internship will start in May and end prior to Labor Day. Expected to work in-person, at the Farm Bureau Home office 8:00-4:30, five days a week.

Essential Skills:

• Writing
• Interpersonal communication, both virtual and in-person
• Organization and ability to multitask

• Interest or experience in event planning and coordination

• Familiarity with software such as Monday.com, Outlook, Word, Excel, Canva, PowerPoint, and social media platforms

Preferred Skills:

• Desire to work in agricultural outreach and leadership development
• Background or career interest in agriculture