Attention, college students in Oklahoma looking to sprout in the field of agriculture, food policy, and government relations: the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry has just announced an opportunity that might be right up your alley. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is on the hunt for a qualified collegiate student eager to spend their summer working within the Executive Office.

The internship role isn't just about making copies and fetching coffee. Instead, the chosen intern will get their hands dirty with responsibilities that include promoting Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry through both written and digital communications, assisting in the planning and executing of events, and taking on projects related to government relations. Legislative changes impacting the agency will be part of the workload, so be ready to dive into some meaty policy issues.

Aspiring applicants need to be accepted into the State Internship Program to qualify. Once that hurdle is cleared, you'll need to fill out and submit the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry Executive Office Intern Application, as detailed on their website. Bear in mind, applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on January 29, 2025. Don't let this chance wilt away; mark those calendars and set those reminders.

To apply or to find out more information about the qualification criteria and application process, interested students should visit the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry website. It's an opportunity for practical experience that could very well be the seedling of a fruitful career in the agricultural and governmental sectors.