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:
POLICE OFFICER
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 Classification
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
- Must have successfully completed the I.L.E.A. law enforcement training academy; and if retired from law enforcement as a certified peace officer in good standing, must be able to recertify through the I.L.E.A.
- Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent, with a preference given to candidates with a two-year community college or vocational school degree, or four-year college degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice, criminal administration, public administration. Or related field;
- Previous law enforcement experience; or
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
For a complete list of qualifications, please see attached Job Classification.
Interested candidates should complete an online application, along with a cover letter and resume. Applications can be sent by email or mail no later than January 3, 2025 to:
Director Randy Jones
Iowa State Fair Police Department
PO Box 57130
Des Moines, IA 50317-0003
Email: rjones@iowastatefair.org
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.
Marketing Internship
Work on creating engaging marketing content for the Iowa State Fair, including social media, copy and graphics-related projects.
Deadline to apply is Friday, January 10, 2025
Email resume and cover letter to mwilliamson@iowastatefair.org
Competitive Events Department - Entry Internship
Seeking six interns to assist with the competitive exhibit entries process. Positions are available for both livestock and non-livestock entries. Candidates will gain experience in customer service, event management, communications and business administration.
Deadline to apply is Friday, January 10, 2025
Email resume and cover letter to jcannon@iowastatefair.org
Competitive Events Department - Special Projects Internship
Seeking an intern to assist the competitive events department with special projects. The candidate will work closely with the Competitive Events director on tasks to prepare for the Iowa State Fair. Experience will be gained in customer service, event management, communications and business administration.
Deadline to apply is Friday, January 10, 2025
Email resume and cover letter to jcannon@iowastatefair.org
Concessions Department - Concessions, Exhibits and Thrill Parks Internship
Deadline to apply is Friday, January 10, 2025
Email resume and cover letter to gjorgensen@iowastatefair.org
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 10, 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
IT Communications Internship
Get on the job training in Information Technology and Communications setting up network equipment, security camera, ADSL/VDSL services, fiber optic and more.
Deadline to apply is Friday, January 10, 2025
Email resume and cover letter to jkunkel@iowastatefair.org or mail them to:
Joe Kunkel
Iowa State Fair
PO Box 57130
Des Moines, IA 50317-0003
