Louisiana Farm Bureau Internship Program

Louisiana Farm Bureau Public Policy Internship Program

The Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation is now accepting applications for its paid, full-time Summer Internship focused on agricultural policy, leadership, and advocacy. Open to rising juniors, seniors, and graduate students, this mid-May through mid-August internship is based in Baton Rouge with statewide travel. The selected intern will gain hands-on experience working with farmer leaders, participate in the LFBF Annual Convention, engage in professional development, and complete a capstone-style project.

Application deadline: March 1, 2026.

Please submit application, letter of recommendation via email to madisonp@lfbf.org.

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Additional Program Details

  • This is a paid, full-time summer internship

  • Timeline: Mid-May through mid-August, with flexibility to accommodate varying college academic calendars

  • Eligibility: Rising juniors, seniors, or graduate students

  • Location: Baton Rouge, LA, with statewide travel

  • Interviews will be conducted in early spring

  • Interns will complete a capstone-style project throughout the summer, culminating in a final deliverable or presentation

Program Goals

•       Educate students on agricultural policy, advocacy, and Farm Bureau’s grassroots organizational structure.

•       Expose students to state and national advocacy through meetings, committee work, and professional travel.

•       Train students in policy analysis and writing, communication strategies, and leadership development.

•       Inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders to consider careers in agricultural policy and advocacy, while developing their understanding and appreciation of Farm Bureau’s role as the Voice of Louisiana Agriculture.


Eligibility Criteria

•       Junior or Senior standing in an agricultural major or discipline at a Louisiana accredited university.

•       Strong interest in agricultural policy, communications, or grassroots advocacy.

•       Previous agricultural experience and involvement preferred through jobs, clubs, or farming background.

•       Willingness to travel in-state and out-of-state representing LFBF’s interests.

•       Internship recipients will not be eligible to compete in any Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting competitions during the year they are employed by LFBF.