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The National FFA Organization is looking for interns to serve as newsroom anchors at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, offering hands-on experience in broadcast journalism while covering impactful stories from the event.

Responsibilities: Interns will host live segments, conduct interviews, and cover events at the convention, while writing scripts and engaging with audiences.

Skills: Candidates should possess on-air experience, professionalism, scriptwriting ability, and comfort in front of the camera.

Qualifications: Ideal candidates should be pursuing degrees in related fields; prior knowledge of agriculture or FFA is a plus but not required.

Location: The internship takes place in Indianapolis, IN, with expenses covered for travel and accommodation.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $15 - $20 per hour.

Description

The National FFA Organization is seeking college students or recent college graduates pursuing degrees in broadcast journalism, telecommunications, agricultural communications, or a closely related field to share with the world the stories coming out of the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, which runs from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1, 2025, in Indianapolis. 

FFA Newsroom Anchor Interns will gain inside access to one of the largest conventions in the country; experience a fast-paced working newsroom; and receive coaching from experts with backgrounds as on-air TV journalists and anchors, radio broadcasters, newspaper and magazine editors, and PR professionals. Interns will receive personalized coaching to sharpen their on-camera delivery and build a standout portfolio with live anchoring experience broadcast to a potential audience of over one million, including 1,027,000+ FFA members. 

Anchors are expected to arrive in Indianapolis on Monday, Oct. 27, and work a minimum 8-hour shift daily from Tuesday, Oct. 28, through Saturday, Nov. 1. The National FFA will cover travel expenses, including airfare and hotel, provide all meals from Monday upon arrival to Saturday, and offer a project stipend. 

This internship may be eligible for college credit. Please consult with your school’s advisor. 

Requirements

NEWSROOM ANCHORS 

More than 70,000 FFA members, advisors, and supporters from across the nation will convene in Indianapolis for the organization’s premier event of the year, the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo. Members come to compete, find personal and career inspiration, meet fellow members from across the country, and grow as leaders. Advisors, alumni, and corporate partners come to support the members in their growth. 

Your job will be to tell their stories in meaningful and impactful ways at the news desk and conduct interviews on FFA Live!, the convention’s streaming broadcast. 

Applicants should have on-air experience. They will be in front of the camera, conducting both live and recorded interviews, reporting on events happening throughout the convention, and engaging with a co-anchor and the audience at home. Newsroom anchors are expected to host the show throughout the week, write and edit scripts, deliver live and prerecorded news segments, conduct interviews with convention guests and sponsors, and stay up to date on event schedules and key convention happenings to provide relevant coverage. 

A newsroom director and experienced on-air coach will assist the anchors throughout the show and provide pre-convention training. 

Examples of FFA Live! stories from last year’s convention can be viewed here: 

Behind the Scenes With Student Reporters 

Putting Passion Into Action With Meals on Wheels 

The 2024 American Star Winners are SAE Superstars 

Student Engagement and Travel Assistant Grants Remove Barriers 

Career Demonstration Explores Unexpected Opportunities 

Intern work is likely to be published in a variety of ways, including through the convention live stream, FFA media partners, FFA.org, @nationalffa social media platforms, local and national media, and the organization’s national magazine, FFA New Horizons. Interns will leave the experience with a strong portfolio of work. 

Desired skills include professionalism, comfort, and experience in front of a camera; the ability to write scripts on deadline; and competency drafting interview questions and conducting live interviews. While you do not have to be a current or former FFA member, agricultural studies major, or well-versed in agriculture or FFA, prior experience and knowledge of the industry or organization is a bonus. 

Interns must be able to navigate the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium to conduct interviews and create content, which may involve extended periods of walking, standing, and carrying equipment. 

To apply, please answer the screener questions, provide a resume, cover letter, and portfolio of your work. 

Application Deadline: Friday, Aug. 15, 2025. However, please note that applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on a rolling basis, and the positions may be filled prior to Aug. 15.