Employment and Internships
The Iowa State Fair employs about 75 year-round full-time staff members, 25 interns in different departments, and 1,600 seasonal or fair-time staff members.
Working at the Iowa State Fair is so much fun AND you get to be a part of welcoming over 1 million people from all over the world to Iowa’s greatest celebration.
Seasonal and full-time job openings will be posted here when available.
Internships
Internships at the Iowa State Fair not only look good on your resume, but they are the best hands-on learning experiences. With multiple departments offering internships for so many different majors, there is bound to be something to help you gain invaluable lifetime skills.
Competitive Events Department Entry Internship
The Iowa State Fair is seeking an intern to assist with the competitive exhibit entries process. The available position will be working with non-livestock entries. Candidates will gain experience in customer service, event management, communications and business administration.
Deadline to apply is Friday, March 14, 2025.
Email resume and cover letter to Jen Cannon, Competitive Events Director, jcannon@iowastatefair.org
