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.
Human Resources/Admissions Internship
The Iowa State Fair is currently seeking an intern for real-world experience in Human Resources. This role will assist with HR-related responsibilities for the Admissions Department including all aspects of employee hiring, orientation prep and employee management during the Fair.
Deadline to apply is Friday, January 24, 2025
Email resume and cover letter to clullmann@iowastatefair.org or mail them to:
Colton Lullmann
Iowa State Fair
PO Box 57130
Des Moines, IA 50317-0003
Concessions Department - Concessions, Exhibits and Thrill Parks Internship
Exhibits are the backbone of the Fair and you can't get more important than concessions and food at the Fair. Plus, it's fun to work on all the rides and games too. This is the perfect job for you if you want responsibility and top-notch experience during Iowa's largest event.
Deadline to apply is Friday, February 28, 2025
Email resume and cover letter to gjorgensen@iowastatefair.org
