The American Meat Science Association (AMSA) is currently seeking one student that meets our qualifications (see below). The deadline for applications is February 6, 2026. The internship aims to offer a comprehensive experience for a college student with an interest in the meat industry, communications, and educational development. The selected intern will support AMSA staff by assisting with event planning and management, developing educational programs, and providing communications coverage for AMSA activities.

Position: Communications and Education Internship

Location: Remote, The intern must be able to attend the 2026 Reciprocal Meat Conference (RMC) in Amarillo, Texas, June 21-24, 2026 and the National Student Leaders Connecting Conference (SLC) in Texas in early August.

Time Period: May –August 2025.

Qualifications:

• Must be an AMSA member
• Highly motivated, well-versed student in media, communications, and design that can handle a variety of assignments simultaneously with little supervision.
• Team player that works well with others and has excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have own computer for assignments. Personal equipment such as a camera is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe applications, internet, social media platforms, and email.
• Minimum Junior-level college student at an accredited university at time of application (Senior-level and graduate students are encouraged to apply.)
• Excellent writing, research, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be available to attend the AMSA 79th RMC in Amarillo/Canyon, Texas June 21-24, 2026 AMSA will cover all travel expenses.
• Preferably have a background in (or working knowledge of) the meat and/or food industry
• Minimum 2.5 GPA 

To Apply:

• Complete the application questions below and include with your cover letter
• Resume including at least two references.
• Submit three to five relevant work examples or samples from portfolio to include a non-technical writing sample, photography sample, and graphic design sample.
• College transcripts (must be emailed with application, official or unofficial transcript accepted)
• All application materials listed above please email to dmabry@meatscience.org. The video below please upload to YouTube and send the link to dmabry@meatscience.org.

Short “Get to Know You” Video that Addresses the Following (~3 minutes)

• Name, University, Classification
• Why are you interested in the AMSA Communications and Education internship?
• Why would you like to work as the AMSA Communications and Education intern?
• What does your AMSA membership mean to you?
• Describe your long-term career goals.

This AMSA internship will provide an excellent opportunity to network with people throughout the meat industry.

About American Meat Science Association

The American Meat Science Association is the professional scientific society for individuals who create and apply science to efficiently provide safe and high quality meat. Headquartered in Kearney, MO, AMSA fosters communication and collaboration among its global membership. Key programs include the Reciprocal Meat Conference, Meat Judging and other student education initiatives, and publications.

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