NEW ALBANY, OHIO — The Ohio Pork Council welcomes two new interns to its team this summer — Sidney Street and Kylie Corbitt. As part of the organization's mission to serve the interests of all pork producers, the interns will assist the OPC staff with communications, youth outreach, events, and other promotional initiatives across the state.

Sidney Street, of Prospect, Ohio, joins the Ohio Pork Council this summer as a communications intern. She is currently studying agricultural communications at Oklahoma State University, with a minor in campaigns and lobbying.

Street grew up on her family’s Marion County farm where she worked on the row-crop operation and gained valuable experience from her grandparents’ commercial and show pig farm. These early experiences helped shape her passion for agriculture and storytelling, which she now channels through writing, photography, and her graphic design business.

“I am so excited to be a part of the OPC team this summer because of the impact the Ohio Pork Council has had on my family and the support they provide to their members,” Street said. “I cannot wait to work alongside such an amazing staff this summer as I get to meet new people in Ohio’s pork industry and help tell their stories to multiple audiences.”

Kylie Corbitt, of Springfield, Ohio, will serve as Ohio Pork Council’s OH-PIGS intern for the summer season. She is a freshman at The Ohio State University majoring in agribusiness and applied economics, with minors in agricultural communication and animal science.

Corbitt has been actively involved in the swine industry for more than a decade through showing pigs and has gained hands-on experience working with Kimley Show Pigs, where she has assisted with daily animal care, feed sales, and customer engagement. Through these experiences, she developed a strong foundation in animal care, communication, and relationship-building within agriculture.

“I’m excited to build additional relationships with pork producers from across Ohio as I help support young people who share the same passion for agriculture that has shaped my life,” Corbitt said. “This role will help me to connect with youth exhibitors and their families across the state, allowing me to gain valuable industry experience.”

Regarding the internship experience, Cheryl Day, OPC executive vice president, said, “We value the opportunity to work with young people who are passionate about Ohio’s pork industry and eager to grow professionally. Our internship program provides hands-on experiences and industry exposure that helps prepare students for careers in agriculture.”

About Ohio Pork Council

The Ohio Pork Council was established in 1968, beginning with nearly 800 pig farmers dedicated to the task of promoting their own product. OPC currently has approximately 2,500 members. The organization’s mission is to serve and benefit all Ohio pork producers. To learn more about the Ohio Pork Council, visit www.OhioPork.org.

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