About NJHA

Junior Activities Department - Summer Intern Program

Program Purpose

To provide a learning experience for a college student interested in beef breed association work. Also, to provide the American Hereford Association with assistance in event planning, show coverage and news article preparation.

Time Period

Approximately mid May through mid August, depending on student’s academic schedule.

Compensation

Compensation will be determined once intern is selected.

Major Responsibilities

Assist the director of youth activities of the American Hereford Association with various summer activities including coverage of state field days, national junior shows, preparing news releases pertinent to events which junior members participate in and other duties as assigned. There will be significant travel involved as well as work on weekends and at other times as assigned.

Qualifications

Familiarity with the production of state and national cattle shows; ability to travel nationwide by car or plane to attend shows; public relations skills necessary to meet breeders, parents and exhibitors; excellent writing skills necessary to produce news releases; organizational skills pertinent to event planning and self initiative.

Special Considerations

The American Hereford Association headquarters is located in Kansas City, Mo., and housing for a two 1/2-month period could be difficult to find. If applicant does not have accommodations, the director of youth activities will work with him/her on locating sufficient housing.

Guidelines

Emphasis on writing ability, specifically informative writing such as news releases. A large part of the job will be preparing news releases for field days, regional and national junior shows.
Experience with conducting shows. Applicant must feel comfortable at shows and have basic knowledge of how a show operates. Photography experience preferable.
Ability to react independently. Applicant must be able to help the youth director in various capacities with little formal training. This includes travel to many activities alone.