Become an AFA Student Advisor 

We’re Looking for Students Who: 

• Bring the student voice to AFA programs  

• Curate inclusive, engaging experiences  

• Represent AFA with professionalism and enthusiasm 

• Support and advocate for fellow students  

• Grow as leaders through hands-on experience  

• Thrive in teams and adapt quickly  

• Passionate about AFA events and community 

What’s in it for our Student Advisors? 

Receive real-world experience that prepares you for what’s next. Hands-on training beyond the classroom and internships. A network of driven peers to grow with as you build your career. 

• Academic scholarship  

• Professional training is valued at $1,800+ (facilitation, public speaking, inclusivity, customer service, etc.) 

• Real-world experience facilitating programs, representing the student voice, and advocating for peers 

• Exclusive executive exposure to AFA partners, industry leaders, board members, AFA staff, and peers  

• Leadership development with opportunities to level up  

• Hands-on teamwork and event planning experience 

• Travel and expenses are covered for the AFA Leaders Conference, AFA Leader Institute, and other events where AFA representation is requested or required. 

Qualifications needed: 

• Undergraduate full-time student majoring in agriculture, food, natural resources or a related field who has a passion for agriculture, food, and natural resources (not graduating before Fall 2027) 

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 

• Must be between 17-25 years of age 

• Must have attended at least one Track of AFA Leaders Conference or an AFA Institute prior to applying for the Student Advisor position 

• Passionate about AFA’s mission and can represent the organization in a professional manner 

• Have submitted an application to the 2026 Leaders Conference by September 10, 2026 (separate from Student Advisory Team application)  

• Valid U.S. Government-issued ID (driver’s license, state ID, passport, visa, etc.) 

Selection Timeline 

• August 2026: Applications Open 

• September 22, 2026: Applications Close 

• Applications reviewed and scored by the selection committee 

• Week of October 5th: Interview Invitations  

• October 12-13, 2026: Virtual Interviews (30-minutes) 

• Due to the competitive process, not all applicants will be selected for an interview  

• Selected candidates will be notified the week of October 5, 2026 

• October 15, 2026: Student Advisory Team Recipients Notified  

• Upon acceptance of joining the 2026-2027 Student Advisory Team, you will be required to attend a virtual mandatory meeting on Friday, October 30, 2026 

A full list of opportunities and expectations can be found here.

Become an AFA Ambassador

As an Ambassador, you'll set goals to increase awareness of AFA programs and work to establish creative strategies to accomplish those goals. Ambassadors also interact with industry professionals at various events and meetings on behalf of AFA.

Applications close November 24, 2025.

Here’s what we’re looking for in future Ambassadors:

• Resilient

• Problem-solver

• Approachable

• Persistent

• Reliable

• Excellent time and task manager

• Proactive communicator

• Passion for AFA’s mission

What’s in it for our Ambassadors?

You’ll get real-world professional experiences to set you up for success as a young professional and beyond. This is top-notch training you won’t get in your classrooms or internships. Plus, you’ll join a network of motivated peers to grow with into your careers.

• Academic scholarship

• Professional training in topics such as goal setting, time management, and respect and inclusivity

• Tangible sales and marketing experience for your resume

• Exclusive exposure to AFA partners and industry leaders through virtual and in-person events and meetings

• Registration and travel expenses to the 2025 AFA Leaders Conference

• Travel and expenses paid to AFA meetings

• LinkedIn badge at end of experience

• Skill development in interpersonal communication, goal setting, accountability, time management and problem solving

Qualifications needed:

• Undergraduate full-time student majoring in agriculture, food, natural resources or a related field who has a passion for agriculture, food, and natural resources

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0

• Must be between 17-25 years of age

• Must have attended at least one Track of AFA Leaders Conference or one AFA Leader Institute before applying for the Ambassador position

• Passionate about AFA’s mission and can represent the organization in a professional manner

Please reach out to marketing@agfuture.org if you have questions about the role.