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Let's promote Ohio Wines! Be an intern for the Ohio Grape Industries Committee (OGIC) and do just that! If you are a college student majoring in a Business or Agriculture field, this internship is for you! Did we mention it's about wine? You will spend time promoting Ohio wines and wineries by traveling to wine festivals and special events across the state!
This position will run May 2024 - August 2024 for approximately 40 hours per week. It is located at the Ohio Department of Agriculture's Reynoldsburg office. By the way, this means free parking! The hourly rate for this position is $12.00 per hour.
Did You Know?
The Ohio Grape Industries Committee is a quasi-state agency which helps to create viable, income-producing grape enterprises in the state of Ohio, including vineyards and wineries. There are currently 1,200 acres of grapes and more than 400 wineries in the Buckeye State. For more information about Ohio's growing wine industry, visit www.findohiowines.com.
What You'll Do:
The Ohio Grape Industries Committee has an opening for a full-time intern May-August 2024 for approximately 40 hours per week. This position is located at the Ohio Department of Agriculture's offices in Reynoldsburg. The hourly rate for this position is $12.00 per hour.
- Ship point-of-purchase materials to wineries and consumers, as requested
- Assist with creation of industry and consumer newsletters, press releases, etc.
- Assist in promoting Ohio wines and wineries by traveling to various wine festivals and special events across the state (Ohio Wine Month - June; Ohio State Fair - July 24, 2024-August 4, 2024)
- Some evening and weekend work
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
ODA values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of DEI principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are: respect, empathy, transparency, equality, and equal access.
What's in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Candidates must meet the following criteria for consideration:
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Sophomore, junior or senior in college
Degree recommendations: Pursuing BA or BS in Agriculture or Business
Major recommendations: Animal Science, Communications, Food Business, Horticulture, Marketing, Business, Education or Economics
Valid driver's license from state of residence
