Students: Unlock Your Career Potential at GEAPS Exchange 2025!
Calling all students pursuing careers in agricultural production, grain, feed, milling, and processing! GEAPS Exchange 2025 is just around the corner, and this is your chance to dive into the exciting world of grain handling, storage, and processing. Join us from February 22–25, 2025, at the Kansas City Convention Center for an unmatched opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore career paths, and gain invaluable knowledge.
GEAPS has first-hand feedback from young workers about what makes a valuable conference experience. Task force member Scott Biel, MKC, recently visited with interns at a supplier company. “Student activities are great, but students want to know there are jobs on the table. This year’s program was built with this in mind. We all win this way.”
Companies exhibiting at GEAPS Exchange are encouraged to share internship and entry-level job openings with GEAPS. Students will be directed to visit these booths to learn more. Additionally, grain companies can participate by setting up a table at the Student Hiring Event on Monday afternoon—a fantastic opportunity to meet motivated students actively seeking job or internship placements.
“We’re excited to be getting students exposed to GEAPS, helping them to know that this organization exists to support them in their career,” said Biel. “The pipeline starts with internships. It’s the first step on the path to having young, competent managers.”
Why Attend?
Free Access for Students
Full-time students receive complimentary registration to attend all educational sessions, the expo, and exclusive student events. Faculty accompanying students will also enjoy full access.
Student-Focused Events
GEAPS Exchange 2025 offers an array of events tailored to help students develop professionally, build networks, and explore career opportunities. Some highlights include:
Student Guide and Scavenger Hunt
Kick off your day by picking up your Student Guide and Scavenger Hunt materials at the GEAPS Booth. Meet GEAPS staff and member volunteers who will provide insider tips on internships and entry-level jobs, helping you navigate the event with ease.
Explore Career Opportunities in the Expo Hall
Visit exhibitor booths to discover companies offering internships and entry-level roles in the grain industry.
Student Education Session: “Be a Networking Ninja”
Gain valuable networking skills in this session focused on strategies for building professional relationships, setting goals, overcoming networking anxiety, and making the most of every opportunity.
Networking Scavenger Hunt
Join in a fun, interactive hunt designed to help you connect with industry professionals while exploring the tradeshow. Complete your scavenger hunt for a chance to win exciting prizes!
Student Hiring Event
Take the opportunity to meet one-on-one with industry recruiters. Bring your resume, ask questions, and chart the next step in your career.
Additional Benefits:
All full-time students also receive complimentary GEAPS membership, granting access to essential industry resources, ongoing networking events, educational materials, and exclusive job opportunities throughout your academic career and into your first year as a grain industry professional.
Make Your Plans for GEAPS Exchange 2025
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to jumpstart your career in the grain industry! Students, register today and start preparing for the future you’ve been working toward. Industry professionals, this is your chance to support the next generation of talent.
For more information, visit https://www.geaps.com/exchange/students/
About GEAPS
The Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) is an international professional association of grain handling and processing professionals. GEAPS addresses the industry’s critical grain handling, storage and processing operations needs by providing networking, professional development programs and access to a global marketplace of industry suppliers. GEAPS’ global network includes more than 3,000 individual members from about 1,000 companies. Join our network today!
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Contact:
Betsy Polis
Director of Special Projects
betsy@geaps.com
(796) 999-4300
