World Dairy Expo seeking media interns for 2026 event

MADISON, Wis. — As the 59th World Dairy Expo approaches, coordinators are searching for college students passionate about the dairy industry to be part of the 2026 media team. Four students will be hired to experience the storied event as media interns.

Under the direction of the expo’s communications manager and digital marketing specialist, media interns assist with communication initiatives at the World Dairy Expo and the management of the Media Room, the event’s on-site resource for reporters, writers and photographers.

This weeklong internship provides students with an active role in writing press releases, creating social media content through multiple platforms and contributing to the expo’s on-site newspaper while engaging with media professionals and dairy industry representatives from around the globe.

“The media intern team plays an integral role in successfully executing this must-attend event for the global dairy industry,” said Lisa Behnke, World Dairy Expo communications manager. “Expo is delighted to once again offer this invaluable opportunity to students from across the country who are passionate about the dairy industry and looking for a great hands-on experience.”

Qualified applicants are actively pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a dairy, agriculture, or communications-related field with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Students should visit worlddairyexpo.com and select “Careers & Internships” under the “About Expo” tab for the complete job description and all pertinent application details. Questions about this position should be directed to Behnke at lbehnke@wdexpo.com.

Serving as the meeting place of the global dairy industry, World Dairy Expo is the premier forum for the global dairy community to learn, share, create commerce and showcase competition.

The annual event will return Sept. 29 to Oct. 2 to Madison. Dairy producers can experience the world’s largest dairy-focused trade show, a world-class dairy cattle show, attend seminars, meetings and presentations highlighting the latest in the industry and connect with other producers.