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.
Employment
The Iowa State Fair Authority will begin the process of filling the following full-time position in the Public Safety Department:
CUSTODIAL WORKER
This position is being offered to external and internal candidates.
Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefit Package
Hours: Varies and may also include evening and weekend. Extended hours during summer months
Job Duties: See attached Job Description
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- Graduation from high school or G.E.D.;
- One year of full-time work experience in commercial building maintenance or housekeeping.
For a complete list of qualifications, please see attached Job Description.
Please submit a current resume and application to Deanna Kern, Custodial Manager, dkern@iowastatefair.org, no later than Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
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.
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
