Position Descriptions

• Assist with Ag-in-the-Classroom activities.
• Assist with planning and operation of “Farm Fun Zone” (SCFB tent) and other activities at Stephenson County Fair (July 27-31)
• Work with social media and mainstream media development and outreach
• Assist with planning and coordination of other programs and activities as designated
• Assist with office operations and other duties as assigned

Employment provisions

• Compensation will be salary based on schedule, with standard payroll deductions (gross estimated to be minimum of $2,300). Gross compensation will be based on the designated employment period, with additional compensation adjusted for days worked. Checks will be issued on or near the 15^th and last business days each month. Scheduling flexibility will allow for outside obligations and occasional scheduled vacation days.  Preferred start date would be June 7th and end date will be August 13 (depending on school schedules).
• A $1,000 scholarship will be presented to the Summer Intern after successful completion of the internship and providing a reflection to the Board of Directors. This scholarship will be made payable to the school the recipient is attending.
• Summer Intern will be provided with an office, computer and will be reimbursed for business travel expenses (excluding travel to and from office). Farm Bureau apparel will also be supplied for use at specific events. Typical office attire is business casual (casual on Fridays and as authorized). Applicants must have own vehicle, auto liability insurance, and valid driver’s license.
• Normal Intern hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; hours will vary depending on schedule.
• An agricultural background or working knowledge is helpful but not required.
• Applicant should be at least high school graduate with preference to those who have completed their first year of college.
• Applicant needs to be a good communicator, able to work independently or collaboratively, and comfortable working in public settings dealing with people of all ages.
• Applicants will be interviewed by SCFB manager at a mutually agreed upon time.

Interested parties should apply online at https://forms.gle/iB6iSeWFh5aZU8E99  on or before Friday, January 8 at 4:30p.m.