Customer Experience (CX) & Marketing Intern

Elevate your career with our Customer Experience and Marketing Internship, where you’ll drive impactful marketing campaigns, enhance customer satisfaction, and develop essential skills in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment!

Horizon Farm Credit is seeking a full-time Customer Experience (CX) and Marketing Intern for the summer of 2026 to work in either our Frederick, MD, Mechanicsburg, PA, or Westminster, MD branch location. To view locations, visit Locations | Horizon Farm Credit (horizonfc.com). 

The selected candidate will participate in a paid 10–12 week internship. Summer intern hours are typically Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The internship program is scheduled to run from mid May through early August 2026. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and an unofficial transcript through the application link by October 31.

Position Overview: This internship position at Horizon Farm Credit (HFC) will support efforts within the CX and Marketing departments to help plan and execute initiatives that involve customer engagement, branding, messaging, and advertising throughout HFC’s five-state territory. Internship experiences also include supporting a cross-departmental CX committee; content creation and lead generation efforts; and assisting with special projects and assignments. 

Areas Of Responsibility Include:

• Plan, coordinate, execute and participate in Farm Credit customer meetings and events.
• Represent Farm Credit at customer-facing events, meetings and in communication.
• Initiate, manage and complete several projects specific to the CX and marketing departments.
• Creates content based on internal and external research for digital efforts.
• Assists with the development and implementation of association-wide campaigns and events.
• Learn about the Farm Credit System and mission.
• Understand the collaborative relationship between Farm Credit teams, notably within Business Development and AgFirst Farm Credit Bank.
• Network with teammates, industry partners, and fellow interns throughout the internship.
• Gain exposure to a variety of organization career roles and responsibilities, providing a holistic view of how Farm Credit supports its customers and community members.

Requirements:

• Ambitious student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Ag Business, Marketing, Communications or related field.
• Preferred expected graduation dates between May 2027 – December 2028. 
• Strong academic background and a GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Preferred experience with coursework in Business, Marketing, Communication, Journalism, Ag Courses, Media, etc. 
• Some travel will be required with this internship.              
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and proven self-starter.
• Detail oriented, independent judgement skills, strong organizational skills.
• Flexible to a changing work environment.

Who Are We?

Horizon Farm Credit is an expert in agriculture, with over 100 years of serving rural America. As a premier rural lender, we're constantly growing and seeking new members for our team. As part of the Horizon Farm Credit team, you have the opportunity to make a difference in agriculture and rural communities.  

What can we offer you? 

• A unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that touches several areas of the Agricultural Lending industry.
• Mentorship from accomplished professionals eager to share their knowledge and insights.
• Networking opportunities that could shape your future career.
• Tailored professional development sessions. 
• The ability to work with a diverse team of individuals.

Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans and individuals with disabilities.