Recruitment Information

The Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE) at Michigan State University trains high quality sustainability and business professionals eager to make an impact on the agricultural and environmental industries.

With three undergraduates majors including, Agribusiness Management, Food Industry Management, and Environmental Economics and Management, AFRE teaches more than 700 students for food, agricultural, environmental, and business careers.

Partner with our industry relations specialist to find talented and dedicated students to fill internship and full-time positions.

Larry Zink

Senior Academic Specialist, Industrial Relations/Outreach Coordinator
zink@msu.edu
517-432-2170

Student Success Stories

FMA Connects Students with Food Industry Careers

Published on February 15, 2018
The Food Marketing Association, a student-run organization in AFRE, has been bridging the gap between students and potential employers for over three decades.
Inspiring Agriculture’s Leaders of Tomorrow

Published on February 7, 2018
FIM senior Martin Oglesby led workshops for children at the annual Michigan Family Farms Conference, as a member of Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences.
Exploring “Green” Paths at MSU

Published on January 22, 2018
Through courses, clubs, and connections, first-year student Holly Pummell is finding ways to "Go Green."
Leading Environmental Economics at MSU and Beyond

Published on December 11, 2017
Chris Semrinec, Environmental Economics and Management senior and founder of the Sustainable Business Association at MSU, is helping make the new AFRE major known to the industry
Making A Home In The Agriculture Industry

Published on December 4, 2017
Agribusiness Management senior Katie Forro has taken advantage of the many opportunities available at MSU, and has created the ultimate undergraduate experience.