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TRAINING PROGRAM

The goal of TFC’s yearlong career training program is for participants to gain knowledge and experience under the direction of experienced personnel. This training is required for promotion to management and other career opportunities within the TFC organization. It includes exposure to, and performance of, duties and responsibilities in various aspects at TFC departmental and member Co-op levels as well as continuous education through classroom training, team building, and online training. Trainees will have opportunities to secure a full-time position with TFC or a member Co-op by interviewing for various openings as they become available.

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INTERNSHIPS

College students have the opportunity to participate in a 12-week summer internship at TFC or a member cooperative. This paid internship provides both hands-on learning and classroom instruction.

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SCHOLARSHIPS

The TFC Foundation is committed to cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders by supporting scholarship opportunities at the state level. Our scholarships focus on empowering high school seniors and college students, particularly those involved in impactful youth programs like 4-H and FFA, by helping them access high-quality leadership and educational experiences. Through these three scholarship opportunities, we aim to strengthen the talent pipeline for our cooperative system and the broader agriculture industry.

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HOW TO CONTACT US

Training, internship and scholarship inquiries should be directed to:

Scott Bohanon, Education & Training Specialist
sbohanon@ourcoop.com

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Tennessee Young Leaders Conference

February 20, 2026

Tennessee Young Farmers & Ranchers and Tennessee Council of Cooperatives are excited to host the entertaining and educational Young Leaders Conference February 20-21, 2025 at the Drury Plaza Hotel in Franklin, Tennessee.

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79th Annual Tennessee 4-H Congress

March 07, 2026

Tennessee 4-H Congress is one of the state’s premier 4-H events, bringing together high school members to learn about government, citizenship, and leadership. Held at the State Capitol in Nashville, Congress gives youth the chance to step into the role of a legislator by debating bills, holding elections, and experiencing how government works firsthand.
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National Ag Week celebrates the importance of agriculture in our everyday lives. This annual event highlights the vital role farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses play in providing safe, abundant, and affordable products to feed, clothe, and fuel the world.