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Students

Nourish your greatest potential

At Dairy Farmers of America, we deeply care about supporting the next generation of talent. That’s because we’re a forward-thinking team — and we’re committed to sharing the goodness of dairy for many years to come. If you’re a student, find out how you can launch an exciting opportunity and make your mark with us.

Internships

Our internship opportunities are designed to prepare you for an exciting career in your field of study. As an intern with us, you’ll gain real-world experiences — from working directly with seasoned professionals, to expanding your network at company events, to participating in brainstorming sessions.

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We offer internship opportunities in a variety of fields, including:

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Engineering

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Farm Services

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Manufacturing
Production

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Marketing and
Communications

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Quality
Assurance

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Safety

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Sales

“As an intern, DFA taught me workplace skills and real-life applications while being a student. Because of my internship within R&D at the Innovation Center, I had a whole new perspective and outlook on the way I learned when returning to finish my degree. I was able to grow in ways I never knew I could and for that, I was proud to return to DFA as a Process Technologist when the position became open.”

BETTY D.

Process Technologist

“One thing that stuck out to me about DFA as a post-grad student was the amount of people here that love what they do and how long they have been doing it for.  During my time as an intern, I found it so easy to connect with leaders throughout the Cooperative because they want to help you learn and grow as a young professional. I have never seen executives and leaders at a company the size of DFA being so welcoming and eager to help me succeed. “

ALEX M.

Marketing Specialist, Farm Services

“I knew an internship at DFA would provide an opportunity to work on real projects with tangible results and outcomes for the Cooperative’s farmer-owners. I am fortunate enough to continue many of those same projects with DFA, working alongside some of the best people in the industry.”

ANDREW R.

Sustainability Operations Manager

From day one, you’ll hit the ground running to make a difference for our 10,000+ farmer-owners – and the countless families we serve, both locally and globally.

DFA Cares Student Scholarship
Application IS Open

We’re passionate about investing in today’s students to help us continue our mission. If you’re a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student interested in the food and agriculture industries, you may be eligible for one of our scholarships. Our goal is to help you pursue your educational aspirations and create a strong foundation for your future career.

Since its inception, the DFA Cares Foundation Scholarship Program has grown to honor an increasing number of outstanding students who have an interest in the food and agriculture industries. In 2025, DFA Cares awarded more than $86,000 to 67 students.

The 2026 DFA Cares scholarship application is live now through
Friday, January 9.

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