Internships

OHIO PORK COUNCIL

Ohio Pork Council Seeks Interns for 2027

The Ohio Pork Council is accepting applications for three paid internships that give college students the opportunity to build real-world experience while serving Ohio’s pig farmers.

Each position offers a unique experience, from coordinating youth swine shows and communicating with producers to caring for pigs and answering consumer questions at the Ohio State Fair.

OH-PIGS Program Intern

The OH-PIGS Program Intern will help coordinate the 2027 sanctioned show series from April through June. Responsibilities include communicating with show hosts, managing registrations and show records, tracking points, and assisting at each sanctioned show.

Applicants should be enrolled in an agriculture-related college program and have a strong understanding of show pig programs, modern agriculture, and pork production. Travel throughout Ohio is required, with eligible expenses reimbursed by OPC.

Compensation: $5,000
Application deadline: December 1, 2026
To apply: Send a résumé and cover letter to Cheryl Day at cday@ohiopork.org.

Communications Intern

The Communications Intern will work full time from May through August, helping OPC communicate with pig farmers, consumers, and the media. The intern will write content, develop graphics, support social media, assist with producer education, and help plan summer events.

During the Ohio State Fair, the intern will also help manage OPC’s pork food stands, as well as support educational and promotional activities.

Applicants should be studying agriculture, communications, marketing, or journalism. Strong writing, public speaking, and organizational skills are required. Knowledge of swine and modern agriculture is helpful but not required.

Compensation: $5,000
Application deadline: December 1, 2026
To apply: Send a résumé and cover letter to Cheryl Day at cday@ohiopork.org.

Pig Care and Education Intern

The Pig Care and Education Intern will serve as a key staff member at the 2027 Ohio State Fair Birthing Center from July 19 through August 10.

The intern will provide daily care for sows including farrowing and help fairgoers understand modern pork production and pig care. This position requires previous swine experience and the ability to remain calm while handling animal-care responsibilities and questions from the public.

Applicants should be studying agriculture, communications, or education, preferably entering their junior or senior year.

Compensation: $2,400
Application deadline: December 1, 2026
To apply: Send a résumé and cover letter to Blake Campbell at bcampbell@ohiopork.org.

All applications must be received by December 1, 2026. These internships offer more than a line on a résumé. They give students the opportunity to work directly with Ohio pig farmers, develop professional skills, and help tell the story of Ohio’s pork industry.