Source: Nebraska Pork Producers Association
The Nebraska Pork Producers Association is extending a helping hand to college students who are interested in a career in the swine industry. The application period is now open for the Pork Mentorship Program and will close on Dec. 15.

A career development program that provides a variety of hands-on experiences to promote leadership and communication skills, the Pork Mentorship Program ultimately fosters career exploration and professional development. In addition to the scholarship, the NPPA Pork Mentorship Program is a way for students to build their capacity as a leader and professional in the swine and agriculture industries in Nebraska. The program provides students with an opportunity to job shadow pork industry professionals, promote agriculture and the Nebraska pork industry, engage in professional development seminars and improve leadership, team building and communications skills.

The year-long programming will run from Feb. 1, 2019 to Feb. 1, 2020. During that time, students will attend seminars where they will learn about various aspects of the pork and agriculture industries, participate in a bus tour highlighting Nebraska agriculture and have opportunities to promote Nebraska’s pork industry. Upon completion, students will receive a $500 scholarship toward their education expenses. Students will not be responsible for any expenses to participate in the program.

Eligible applicants must be enrolled full-time in a Nebraska post-secondary school, and be between 18-24 years of age. They also must be able to attend all quarterly meetings and complete all requirements before receiving his/her scholarship.

The NPPA encourages all college-age men and women who have an interest in agriculture and the pork industry to apply. Applicants do not have to be a pork producer.

Applications will be reviewed, and selection notifications will be sent by January 1. Students may apply for the scholarship online by visiting the youth tab on www.nepork.org.