Looking for summer internships or college scholarships?

There are many opportunities out there for ag students to beef up (pun intended) their resumes and learn new skills. Here are just a few:

Minnesota Pork Industry Scholarship

Key to the pork industry’s future is the ability to draw young leaders into related areas of study and eventually professional careers. To assist in that effort, the Minnesota Pork Board is offering annual scholarships to the state’s youth who are pursuing careers in agriculture, with an emphasis in pork. In all, MPB will present seven, $1,000 scholarships this year. Learn more    

American Horse Publications Internship Program

The AHP Internship Program is designed specifically for college students who have an interest in horses and seek a career in equine publishing. This program offers opportunities for students to work at equine publications and businesses throughout the country and the opportunity for AHP members to utilize the talents of students with an interest in equine publishing. For colleges and universities, it’s a great way to provide students with the resume-building experience that’s so critical to today’s job market. Learn more

USDA — Public Service Leaders Scholarship Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Public Service Leaders Scholarship Program provides undergraduate and graduate level students with a challenging internship opportunity combined with a scholarship. The program is designed to promote public service and create access to higher education. Upon successful completion of program and degree requirements, participants become permanent employees of USDA. Learn more

Disney - Biotechnology Internship

Develop new skills in your area of expertise, broaden your knowledge base, and enhance your communication and guest service abilities while working for one of the most recognized and respected companies in the world. The Biotechnology Disney Professional Internship is designed to provide qualified college students with the opportunity to work in the unique biotechnology laboratory that is part of the Living with the Land attraction at Epcot. These interns are part of the Agricultural Sciences team that brings the excitement of agriculture to millions of Epcot guests each year. Learn more

National Zoo — Group Programs Internship

Position will be responsible for coordination of the National Zoo’s public demonstration program and maintaining programming schedule for advertising to the public. Selected individual will also be responsible for assisting with training for staff and volunteers that conduct programs, as well as, development and implementation of new demonstrations for the opening of the new American Trail exhibit. Finally, position will work with education staff to coordinate group partnership initiatives. Please note: This position does not handle or work directly with animals. Learn more

APHIS Summer Intern Program

USDA-APHIS offers paid summer internships involving substantive work assignments to college students and high school graduates who have been accepted by a college or university. Learn more

Summer Live Animal Center Internship — Museum of Science, Boston

The Live Animal Center (LAC) cares for the museum’s collection of live animals. The collection of over 100 animals is used for the museums educational activities such as exhibits, live presentations and school programs. The LAC is a seven day a week, 365 days a year operation. A LAC intern will assist in the care of the animal collection and in the maintenance of the animal center and animal exhibits. The position is similar to that of a zookeeper. The Intern will assist in all aspects of animal care. Learn more

Find more opportunities on the BULLetin Job Banks page

About Madeline McCurry-Schmidt

I am the Scientific Communications Associate for ASAS. I write interpretive summaries, news articles, tweets, facebook updates -- anything to spread the word about animal science. Contact me by e-mail at MadelineMS@asas.org or Twitter @CritterChatter.
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