Agriculture Internships

Internships give you the chance to take what you’ve learned in class and put it to work in the real world. With guidance from faculty and industry partners, you’ll gain hands-on experience that sets you apart.

Internships allow students to work for an employer without a commitment to full-time employment following graduation.  Students who participate in the Internship Program normally work for one semester (14-16 weeks).

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Student Eligibility

A student is eligible to participate in the Internship Program if he/she meets the following criteria:

  • Must have completed their freshman year (30 hours);
  • 2.5 minimum cumulative GPA;
  • Obtained approval from the Internships Committee, faculty advisor, and the Associate Dean of the College of Agriculture;
  • Is employable (i.e. posses good work ethic, holds a valid work permit if not a U.S. citizen, etc.);
  • Transfer students become eligible upon completion of one full-time semester (12 hours) at ASU if all other eligibility requirements are met.

Benefits to the Student

An internship is a supervised, on-the-job, learning experience, it is an opportunity for YOU to learn more about career opportunities in the field of agricultural science or agribusiness and gain real-life experiences which are of benefit to you. During a field assignment you will:

  • Integrate classroom theory with practical experience;
  • Examine the structure and functions of a firm, organization, or agency;
  • Partially meet education expenses through wages received for the internship;
  • Enhance permanent placement, starting salary, and positions through career related experiences;
  • Opportunity to improve human-relational and networking skills;
  • Develop a personal independence and a sense of responsibility. 

Paid or Unpaid 

Most internships pay an hourly wage; however, some internships with governmental agencies and non-profit organizations are not paid. Whether paid or unpaid , an internship provides you with valuable work experience.

Tuition and Fees

Regular undergraduate tuition and fees apply to internship credit 

Learn More About Internships

For more information on how you can get involved, contact:

Dr. Bud Kennedy

Director of University Farms
Professor of Animal Science
dkennedy@AState.edu
(870) 972-3704

Dr. Jonathan Richwine

Assistant Professor of Agricultural Studies
jrichwine@AState.edu
(870) 972-2481