Overview
Gain experience as a paid summer Livestock Events intern while promoting
and preparing for Indiana’s largest multi-day event – The 2026 Indiana State
Fair!
General Description: The position of the Livestock Events Intern reports to
the Livestock Manager and is part of the team that works to coordinate all
livestock shows, competitions, and displays during the 2026 Indiana State
Fair. This intern will have a chance to work on several projects including fair
exhibitor, contractor communications, social media communications, State
Fair preparations and coordinating livestock-specific programs and displays.
This will be a great opportunity for individuals interested in agriculture,
livestock exhibitions, education and the Indiana State Fair!
Responsibilities:
1. Assist with overall management of the Indiana State Fair Livestock
Show. Communicate updates and information to exhibitors, department
staff and department contractors in a timely, efficient and relevant
manner.
2. Develop and execute livestock communications.
3. Assist with preparation of materials for shows (back tags, awards, etc.)
4. Communicate with and provide logistical support to show Judges
5. Provide customer service to exhibitors.
6. General office tasks (copying, filing, mail, etc.)
7. Coordinate with livestock vendor partners: videography, photography,
scales, vets, etc.
8. Assist with the development and execution of livestock displays.
Qualifications: It is preferred that candidates have experience with livestock
shows or special events and are enrolled in an agriculture-related field of
study. The ideal candidate should be flexible, creative, able to work extended
hours, when necessary, self-motivated, organized, and able to work
independently and in a team. Candidates should have a working knowledge of
Windows, Excel, PowerPoint and social media. Knowledge of livestock care is
also a plus.
The Livestock Internship begins in June. Interns are required to stay through
the duration of the State Fair, August 17, 2025. Interns work 30-40 hours per
week with extended hours during the Fair and one week prior to opening.
