Communications Internship - Nebraska Corn

Washington, D.C.

Position Summary

Communications and Event Management Internship in Lincoln, Nebraska

About

The Nebraska Corn Growers Association is a grassroots commodity organization that is advancing Nebraska corn farmers through leadership, policy and education. NeCGA has more than 2,400 dues-paying members in Nebraska.

The Nebraska Corn Board manages the corn checkoff investment working to increase the value and sustainability of Nebraska corn through promotion, market development and research.

Timeframe

Summer 2026 and/or 2026-2027 School Year

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist and coordinate communication projects, including:

  • Utilizing social media to share positive messages about agriculture and Nebraska Corn (Facebook, X, Instagram, etc.)

  • Write press releases, articles and other forms of written communications

  • Draft content/graphic design for newsletter, brochures, articles, etc.

  • Ensure accurate and updated information is shared with consumers and producers

  • Manage and update website, newsletter to members and weekly update

• Assist with outreach programs and activities, including, but not limited to:

  • Husker Harvest Days, CommonGround Nebraska, State FFA Convention, Women in Ag, AgCeptional Women, trade shows throughout the year, Nebraska Corn Growers annual golf tournament (both local and state)

• Internship will specialize on student’s interest and skillsets

• Some travel required

Qualifications

Any student enrolled in a post-secondary institution located near Lincoln, Nebraska with the following qualifications:

• Proven communication abilities in written, verbal and online forms of communications

• Experience with design programs, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro

• Knowledge of social media/video editing

• Ag background beneficial but not required

• Preference will be given to students who are junior standing or above

• Duration of internship will be in Nebraska Corn office

Hours Per Week

• May – August: 40 hours/week

• Office hours are 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (some work will be on nights and weekends)

• Late August – May: 15 – 20 hours/week (will work with student’s academic schedule)

Other Opportunities

• Evening and weekend events required occasionally

• Vehicle provided when driving required

• Opportunity for out of state travel

Recommended Coursework

Graphic Design, Video Production, Web Design, Agricultural Statistics, Ag Policy, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Communications/Public Relations, Journalism or Marketing

Application Process

Resume, three reference names and cover letter of application should be sent to jill.bookhout@nebraska.gov.