Dairy Sales, Genetics and Consulting Intern - Eastern USA

Genus • Deforest, WI

50d • $17 - $18

About The Position

Are you passionate about the dairy industry and ready to kickstart your career with a global leader in animal genetics? ABS Global, a Genus Company, is offering a hands-on, career-shaping opportunity as a Dairy Sales, Genetics, and Consulting Intern. This isn't your average internship - it's your chance to gain real-world experience alongside industry experts, receive top-tier training, and make a tangible impact on farms across the Eastern US with potential placement in the New York Region or Michigan/Ohio Region. The hourly compensation range for this position is ($17 - $18) USD. The compensation provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. This position will close for applications on December 15th.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Animal Science, Dairy or related field.
• Experience in dairy farm operations.
• Strong Communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Valid driver's license.
• Available for 12 weeks during the summer.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for the dairy industry.
• Proficiency in PCDart, DC305, and/or BoviSynch software.
• Certification in Artificial Insemination.

Responsibilities

• Gain an understanding of genetic programs, prospecting, business building, and customer relationship management.
• Understand the general farm operation and handling cattle including reproductive skills and safety procedures.
• Acquire knowledge in seeking new ways to deliver value to customers in co-operation with the commercial sales team, technical service team and new business development.
• Gain exposure to real industry seminars, producer meetings and in-house meetings and publications.
• Assist Sales Reps on their route with deliveries, service, sales calls and with ABS udder care products.
• Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting.
• Ensure ABS Global is a healthy and safe environment to work by observing both the company safety rules and the policies/guideline.
• Uphold the Genus core values, mission and vision.
• Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours.
• Performs other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Internships at Genus are not eligible for benefits.
• However, we offer paid internships with competitive compensation.
• Permanent roles at Genus come with a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and ETO (employee time off).
• Interns who excel in their roles are often considered for permanent positions after their internship.
• Relocation stipend and Housing recommendations available if needed!
• Two all-expenses paid trips to company headquarters (Madison, WI area) for North American Internship program engagement.
• Business Equipment for this role includes: Work Truck.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees