Seasonal Communication Intern

Term: April
26 – August 27, 2027 (adjustable based on school schedules)

Hours: Monday– Friday, 40 hours/week (some overtime may be required)

Compensation: $19–$23per hour

Accelerateyour career by joining our team!

Farming Smarter is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated student to join ourteam as a Summer Communications Intern for the summer of 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in agricultural communications,marketing, event promotion, content creation, and stakeholder engagement while working alongside researchers, agronomists, industry leaders, and farmers.

Asa member of our team, you will help tell the story of agricultural innovation by creating engaging content, supporting events, managing digital communications, and promoting research outcomes to producers and industry stakeholders. You will develop valuable skills in communications strategy,social media engagement, graphic design, photography, videography, writing,event coordination, and public engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Content Creation & Storytelling

• Write andedit compelling articles, blog posts, newsletters, event promotions, and website content.

• Develop engaging social media content for multiple platforms.

• Support the creation of videos, graphics, photography, and other digital contentshowcasing Farming Smarter’s research and events.

• Conduct interviews with staff, researchers, industry partners, and producers to help share stories and results.

Digital Communications

• Assist with website updates and content management.

• Monitorsocial media channels and support audience engagement.

• Helptrack communications metrics and prepare reports on campaign performance.

• Maintain brand consistency across all communicationsmaterials.

Event Promotion& Support

• Assist in promoting field schools, tours, workshops, webinars, and other agriculturalevents.

• Help prepare event materials, signage, presentations, and participant communications.

• Attendevents to provide photography, videography, social media coverage, and participant support.

• Work with staff to ensure successful event execution andfollow up communications.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Support communications with farmers, industry partners, sponsors, members, and government stakeholders.

• Help maintain media and stakeholder contact databases.

• Assist with special projects and communications initiatives as required.

Skillsand

Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities.

• Creativethinker with an interest in storytelling and audience engagement.

• Comfortable learning new technologies and communication platforms.

• Strong organization and time-management skills.

• Positive attitude and willingness to contribute as part of a collaborative team.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Requirements:

• Enrolment in, or completion of, a post-secondary program in Communications, Marketing,Public Relations, Journalism, Multimedia, Agriculture Communications, or arelated field.

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract and access to reliable transportation.

• Ability to attend occasional events outside regular office hours.

Assets:

• Experience creating content for social media platforms.

• Proficiency with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools.

• Photographyand videography experience.

• Experience with analytics, email marketing, or digital advertising platforms.

• Familiarity with agriculture or interest in the agriculture industry.

Why Join Farming Smarter?

Enjoybeing part of a supportive team in a collaborative workplace that valuescuriosity, creativity, innovation, and continuous learning.

Gain Valuable Experience

Work on real-world communications projects that support agricultural innovation and impact producers across…