Exhibitor Connect
Uncovering the infinite possibilites for Texas youth beyond the show ring.
Discover the endless opportunities.
As an exhibitor, you learn the power of hard work, resilience, and how to serve others. Through showing pigs, you connect with a community that becomes your family.
Your journey doesn't have to end at the show ring.
Our industry is filled with unlimited possibilities.
About the program
It is no secret that our youth are the future. Texas youth exhibitors are fortunate enough to have numerous opportunities to show livestock, compete in educational events, and build a community like no other. It is important that we continue to build upon the passion these students have gained from being involved in agriculture. With thousands of exhibitors participating in swine exhibition shows in Texas, there is an opportunity to teach these students that their swine projects can be a tool to help them find a job later in life.
The Exhibitor Connect initiative was established to help bridge the gap between the show ring and career opportunties within the pork industry. Texas youth are high-achievers and self-motivators. They take advantage of opportunities presented to them because they understand the value of work ethic and responsibility. We want to continue to fuel the passion our youth exhibitors have for animal agriculture by encouraging them to reach far beyond their imagination.
Working in pork
The pork industry supports nearly 550,000 jobs across the country. The world’s growing taste for pork creates new jobs every day throughout the industry. There’s a relevant pork-related job to match your greatest skills and strength.
Careers Pork Production
Today’s pork production includes state-of-the-art facilities, superior genetics, evolving technology and a focus on sustainability. Many career paths include professional development, growth and promotion, continuing education and a future full of opportunities.
- Farrowing Caretaker
- Breeding Caretaker
- Wean-To-Finish Caretaker
- Logistics Director
- Truck Operator
- Truck Mechanic
- Feed Mill Operator
- Production Manager
- Animal Nutrition
Policymakers & Public Service
As someone who has first-hand knowledge of the pork industry, we need people like you advocating for the thousands of pork producers in the United States. There are many opportunites at all levels of our government that would benefit from your expertise.
- USDA
- Lobbyist
- Elected offical
- National Pork Producers Council
- Advocacy
Medical field
It is no secret that the medical field is a vital component of our industry. The opportunties are endless in how you can positively contribute to the well-being of the pork industry!
- Veterinarian
- Pharmaceutical sales
- Vet Tech
- Scientist
- Researcher
- Microbiologist
- Virologist
FINANCIAL
Past swine showman have tremendous insight on the every day needs of swine operations. There are numerous avenues you could take when working for the financial side of our industry.
- Accountant
- Banker
- Insurance
- Credit analyst
- Salesman
COMMUNICATIONS
In order to assist with the advancement of a profitable pork industry, it is vital to communicate the needs, challenges, and achievements to the public. By combining creativity with genuine industry knowledge, you could make a difference.
- Marketing
- Digital Communications
- Photography
- Creative Media
- Graphic Design
- Videographer
AND BEYOND...
As you can see, the opportunites are endless when it comes to finding a job within the pork industry. We need people like you!
- Human Resources
- Environmentalist
- Extention Agent
- Ag Teacher
- Engineer
Starting in the summer of 2025, we will be hosting a new summer video series called "Dream Big."
This series will highlight individuals around the state who grew up showing pigs and now works in a job that is related to the pork industry.
Be on the lookout for more information soon!
upcoming opportunities
Texas' Elite Showcase
February 7th - 9:30 AM | Donuts and Discovery with the Texas Pork Junior Ambassadors
Dream Big: Summer Video Series
May 2025 | Career Video Summer Series
Exhibitor Connect Career Fair
June 13, 2025 | Career Fair at the Texas Pork Youth Retreat
Texas FFA State Convention
July 2025 | Career Exploration at our Vendor Booth
Texas Pork Leadership Camp
July 2025 | Interact with Exhibitor Connect
Exhibitor Connect Newsletter
2025 | Explore the endless opportunties each month
Do you know of an internship or job opening you want us to share? Contact riley@texaspork.org to list the opening in our next newsletter!
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