Social Media Internship

Illinois Farm Bureau; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a Social Media Intern to help develop and execute content across platforms, writing, editing and scheduling posts that align with our priorities. You’ll gain hands-on experience in communications, planning and monitoring, while collaborating with experienced leaders at our organization.

You’ll work on graphics, photography and short-form video, using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite and scheduling tools, to engage audiences and support agricultural outreach.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing and communication skills.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok).
• Organized, dependable, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience creating social media content (graphics, photography, short-form video).
• Familiarity with tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or social media scheduling platforms.
• Interest in agriculture, rural communities or nonprofit communications.

Responsibilities

• Supports IFB communications and social media efforts by developing and executing content for right audiences, platforms and messages.
• Create, write, edit and schedule social media content aligned with IFB priorities and brand standards.
• Assist with social media planning, monitoring and other communications projects.

Skills

Writing & editing

Social media platforms

Organization & multi-project mgmt

Content creation (graphics, video)

Canva/Adobe Creative Suite or sched.,

Interest in agriculture/nonprofit comm

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Social media scheduling tools

Job description

Join us at the Illinois Farm Bureau to become part of an influential leader that has a rich history and vision toward the future of agriculture.

We’re excited you’re looking for a career with Illinois Farm Bureau as we advocate for farmers and agriculture. We’re a grassroots organization made up of people who support farms, food and families in Illinois..

About the role

Supports Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) communications and social media efforts by helping develop and execute content that reaches the right audiences with the right messages on the right platforms. The Social Media Intern will gain hands‑on experience creating, writing, editing and scheduling social media content while assisting with social media planning, monitoring and other communications projects. All work will be completed in alignment with IFB priorities and brand standards.

Hours may vary based on project, event and organizational needs, and some travel may be required for IFB events, meetings and other communications activities.

How does this role make an impact?

“Test drive” a potential career path through real corporate projects, collaboration in meetings, and several networking opportunities. While working alongside and learning from expert leaders at all levels of the company, in addition to teaming up with fellow interns to showcase your ideas, our interns impact the business, and experience professional and personal growth.

Do you have what we’re looking for?

• Strong writing, editing and communication skills
• Familiarity with major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
• Organized, dependable and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience creating social media content, including graphics, photography and short‑form video
• Familiarity with tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or social media scheduling platforms
• Interest in agriculture, rural communities or nonprofit communications

Why work with us?

Illinois Farm Bureau planted roots in 1916 and is one of the largest Farm Bureau organizations in the United States. Illinois Farm Bureau is a voice for Illinois farmers, farm families, and anyone involved in food and agriculture. That covers a lot of ground. Illinois Farm Bureau represents members in Springfield, IL and Washington D.C. When you become a part of Illinois Farm Bureau, you become part of something that touches the lives of people every day. You truly make a difference.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match, parental leave, paid time off, paid company holidays and time off to volunteer. Please click here to learn more about Illinois Farm Bureau and the many benefits we offer our employees.

Illinois Farm Bureau is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Come join our team at Illinois Farm Bureau today!

_ Illinois Farm Bureau does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position. _