PDP Accelerate Levels Up Summer Internship Programs

One-day conference for agriculture-industry interns set for July 22 in Madison, Wis.

For those spearheading the summer internship program within their organization or dairy, PDP Accelerate™ offers resources that transcend those of most traditional internship experiences. In addition to peer-networking opportunities, attendees will have access to a trainer whose expertise includes helping others master the skills of leadership, communication and professionalism. Scheduled for July 22, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton-Madison East in Madison, Wis., the conference will run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) developed PDP Accelerate to equip college students with the tools needed to stand out after graduation while also providing summer employers with interns who return with enhanced communication skills for the remainder of their internship. The program’s 2025 agenda is designed to help students develop a commanding professional presence, sharpen their verbal and nonverbal communication skills for clear, meaningful conversations, distinguish themselves from their peers, and more.

“We’re excited to present the Accelerate conference again this year to enhance the internship experience for students working with dairies and organizations across agriculture,” said Amber Cafferty, PDP marketing and development coordinator. “Through internships, ag employers build the next generation of industry leaders. Adding PDP Accelerate into their summer internship program demonstrates their commitment to a culture of learning while also enhancing the student experience.”

Facilitated by professional-development expert Michael Hoffman, the event blends hands-on learning, peer networking and interactive skill practice to ensure interns build the skills they’ll need to excel after college. Hoffman is founder and owner of Igniting Performance Inc, a Dallas-based company that specializes in fostering sales skills, customer loyalty, leadership and team-member development.

Learn more about PDP Accelerate and register interns by visiting www.pdpw.org or calling 800-947-7379.

Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) is the nation’s largest dairy producer-led organization of its kind, focusing on producer professionalism, stakeholder engagement and unified outreach to share ideas, solutions, resources and experiences that help dairy producers succeed.