There's no substitute for real-world experience and an internship allows you to explore opportunities in your major through a professional work environment. ABE encourages all students to participate in a related summer job or internship as an important supplement to classroom education. Internships improve a graduate's marketability and helps you establish contacts with professionals and companies in your chosen field that may offer you a job upon graduation. Read about our students' varied experiences in the internship profiles.
Resources
Many companies contact the ABE department with information regarding summer jobs and internships. Check with your undergraduate advisor for opportunities in your program. In addition, the following resources are available through the University of Florida:
Another resource for students is the Ag Careers web site, which posts both employment and internship opportunities.
Employers
The following lists provide contact information for companies that employ graduates in the three undergraduate majors. Many of these companies also offer internship opportunities for students. Explore their web sites for additional information.