SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The future of the cattle business is built on young leaders focused on keeping the industry strong. To be successful, it takes practice.
To provide that needed experience, the Illinois Beef Association is offering one summer internship and two Illinois Beef Expo internships in 2022.
“The IBA summer internship is an outstanding opportunity to become involved in the beef industry for IJBA members,” said Sydney Trainor, 2021 IBA summer intern. “This internship provides networking opportunities, as well as experiences that push students to be creative and independent.”
The IBA internship provides a college student an outstanding opportunity to assist with IBA’s communication, education and youth programs. Applicants must consider themselves a self-starter, detail-oriented and an outgoing individual who works well with others.
To be eligible, applicants must be a full-time college student and currently an Illinois Junior Beef Association member from a family that is actively involved in beef production. The internship spans from approximately mid-May through the late August.
“Through this internship I advanced as a communicator and advocator for the beef industry,” Trainor said. “I enjoyed the opportunity to work with industry leaders and junior members through the various summer conferences and events hosted by IBA.”
The Illinois Beef Expo is offering two internships to assist with the 2022 Illinois Beef Expo. The 2022 Illinois Beef Expo is scheduled Feb. 24-27 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Intern responsibilities will range from marketing and communications to event staff based on applicant experience.
To be eligible, applicants must be a full-time college student and currently an Illinois Junior Beef Association member from a family that is actively involved in beef production. Interns cannot exhibit in or compete at the 2022 Illinois Beef Expo. The internship spans Feb. 23-27.
“The Illinois Beef Expo has a team of staff and volunteers who work hard behind the scenes to make sure everything runs smoothly,” said Mareah Rauch, IBA director of programs and services. “Through the Illinois Beef Expo internship, students have the chance to really see what it takes to execute the show.”
IBA intern and Illinois Beef Expo intern applications are due Dec. 1. The applications with internship details are available online at illinoisbeef.com.