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Communications & Marketing Interns

AGR/Agriculture
2 days ago
On-site
Sussex, Delaware, United States

Summary Statement

The Delaware Department of Agriculture is seeking enthusiastic Summer 2026 Interns to assist full-time staff with various projects from June 1, 2026, through Aug. 14, 2026. While Interns will report to the Communications & Marketing section initially, Interns can be assigned to other sections within the Department of Agriculture during the program. Examples of other sections include the Forest Service, Pesticide Compliance, the Delaware Standardbred Breeders’ Fund, Nutrient Management, Poultry & Animal Health, and more. Interns must be available every day (including weekends) from Monday, July 20 through Saturday, August 1, for Delaware State Fair duties and assignments.

Job Requirements

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.


Applicants must have education, training, and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:


  1. Enrolled in a college or university program (or recent graduate) OR a rising high school senior.  
  2. Strong communication skills. 
  3. Ability to work independently and with a team. 
  4. Detail-oriented with good organizational skills. 
  5. Computer skills a plus.
  6. Valid Driver's License (not suspended or revoked)

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. 

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. 

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.