Agriculture and Rural Policy Internship Application

   Brother Allan Johnson and Sara Wyant established this fund with the intent to annually award $5,000 for a housing stipend and offer an internship opportunity in Washington, D.C.

How to Apply

Eligibility Criteria

  • Sophomore or junior Alpha Gamma Rho member in good standing.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Pursuing an agricultural or food-related degree path.
  • Demonstrated leadership and agricultural involvement.
  • Demonstrated interest in agricultural or food policy.

Supporting Documents

  • Essay, 500 words or fewer, on, "Agvocacy," and personal agricultural or food policy interests.
  • Three reference letters (one from the school, one from an alumnus member of Alpha Gamma Rho, and one personal.)

   The individual selected to benefit from the Allan Johnson & Sara Wyant Agriculture and Rural Policy Internship is expected to do the following:

  • Write a letter of appreciation for the internship/fellowship opportunity to Allan Johnson and Sara Wyant.
  • Complete, "Foundations in Personal Finance Chapter 5; Family, Friends, & Philanthropy," on AGRconnect and submit a copy of their AGRconnect transcript.
  • Speak at Washington, D.C. Alumni Chapter luncheon for formal introduction and welcome by the area alumni.
  • Assist Alpha Gamma Rho Home Office staff in an article for the SICKLE & SHEAF and other media channels.
  • Provide a presentation of their experience to their respective Alpha Gamma Rho chapters.
  • Attend Alpha Gamma Rho's Biennial National Convention, assisting the Home Office Staff and Convention Advisory Team in conducting a convention workshop.
  • Serve a three-year term on the Fund Advisory Committee
Application Deadline: Dec. 31, 2023

Agriculture and Rural Policy Internship Application

QUESTIONS?

   If you have questions regarding the Agriculture and Rural Policy Internship, contact:

Carol Johnson
Chief Development Officer
[email protected]

April Haily
Development Coordinator
[email protected]

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