Convention Internship
National Cattlemen's Beef Association

Posted August 31, 2015

Employment Type Internship

Compensation Unpaid

Company National Cattlemen's Beef Association

Location 9110 East Nichols Avenue #300
Centennial, CO 80112


DESCRIPTORS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show interns are vital to the success of the largest annual meeting in the U.S. beef cattle industry. Interns are offered a unique, behind-the-scenes experience of setting up the trade show, manning the NCBA-Political Action Committee (PAC) booth, assisting with the NCBA-PAC auction, helping members vote on NCBA policy, working with the media and helping to guide cattlemen and women to convention events.  A One-of-a-Kind Opportunity!
Our intern positions provide a unique opportunity for students to gain first-hand experience and to interact with leaders from every segment of the cattle and beef industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Students will be assigned to help many different NCBA staff members with a variety of meetings and events at the convention and trade show. NCBA staff members will direct students in specific duties at meetings and events.
  • Students should be prepared for a wide range of responsibilities, including distribution of handouts, copying materials, overseeing committee meeting sign-in, setting up the PAC Silent Auction, working the NCBA booth, helping with youth contests and other general duties as required.
  • Students will assist with meeting the needs of attendees with the help of NCBA staff members. One of NCBA’s goals is to ensure the comfort of attendees at the convention and trade show.
QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum Junior-level college student at an accredited university at time of application (Senior-level and graduate students are encouraged to apply.)
  • Must be available to work (generally) January 27-30, 2016 in San Diego, CA.
  • Preferably have a background in (or working knowledge of) the cattle and/or beef industry.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
BENEFITS

  • Great experience and opportunity to network with the Cattle Industry!