The Florida Farm Bureau Internship Program is available to students enrolled in post-secondary education majoring in agriculture and related disciplines. We plan to offer a variety of internships related to our participating departments.
Public Relations – Executive Office – Ag Policy/National Affairs – Field Services – AEST
Students seeking practical experience in a dynamic professional office environment should apply to the program. Internships are 8 to 12 weeks with varying time frames. Please check each track carefully and make sure you can commit the time during the stated period of the internship. One applicant, for each internship offered, will be selected through an application and interview process with Farm Bureau’s division managers and Intern Program Coordinator.
Qualifications: All applicants must be enrolled in a post-secondary institution. Preference will be given to students majoring in agriculture and related disciplines. Applicants must hold a basic knowledge of business operations, possess good communication skills and have an interest in citizens’ lobbying initiatives.
Compensation: Individuals selected to participate in the program will be employed through a Temp Service and will receive payment of $14 per hour worked. Work schedules may be flexible, but a total of 8 to 12 weeks should be completed during each internship. A maximum of 240 hours are available throughout each internship.
Evaluation: Managers will provide a written assessment of each intern’s work performance during their assignment at Florida Farm Bureau. The Director or staff of each department will supervise interns while they are working at Florida Farm Bureau.
To Apply: Florida Farm Bureau Internship Program | Florida Farm Bureau
Applications for Florida Farm Bureau Internship program must include the following items:
- A resume and cover letter. Cover letter must indicate preferred track.
- A current college or university transcript. (Unofficial Transcript Accepted)
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Two writing samples for applicants interested in PR tracks.
Questions: Please contact the Intern Program Coordinator for any questions regarding the application process or specific division requirements.
PR Track 1: Public Relations:
Description and Timeframe: March 9 – May 22, 2026
Location: Gainesville, FL
The Florida Farm Bureau Federation Public Relations Department manages the storytelling across print, digital and social media platforms to share the story of Florida agriculture. The team produces news and feature articles, serves as event photographers and creates original digital content for the organization’s social media channels. The department also oversees the County Alliance for Responsible Environmental Stewardship or (CARES), a statewide recognition program that publicly recognizes farm families statewide for their environmental stewardship.
The Public Relations Department is seeking a motivated and organized intern to assist with writing press releases, conducting research on industry trends, updating presentations or other internal communication materials, tracking and analyzing campaigns and planning events including the 25th anniversary of the Suwannee CARES celebration, held May 7, 2026, in Live Oak.
Responsibilities
- Attend monthly planning meetings as needed with the Suwannee CARES planning committee in Live Oak, FL
- Attend the May 7, 2026, Suwannee CARES event
- Assist with the coordination of PR-related events (i.e. Suwannee CARES)
- Create farmer profiles for digital platforms
- Create press releases/web stories on assigned topic
- Assist with social media planning/campaigns
- Assist with updating content for website
- Assist with media relations activities
- Develop emails or presentations on assigned topic
Requirements
The Public Relations Department is looking for an undergraduate student with a background in communication to fill this position. Experience in agriculture is preferred. This intern must be organized and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, with adequate knowledge of web and social media. The candidate should be a detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent time management skills.
Benefit
This internship will provide an opportunity to be involved with our state’s largest agricultural organization, while gaining valuable experience communicating the benefits of the state’s 2nd largest economic contributor to our members and the general public. Individuals selected to participate in the program will be employed through a Temp Service and will receive payment of $14 per hour worked. Work schedules may be flexible, but a total of 8 to 12 weeks should be completed during each internship with a maximum of up to 40 hours available each week.
