2027 Select Sires, Inc. Internship - Livestock Production WI

Select Sires•Westby, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Select Sires, Inc. is seeking a Livestock Technician Intern for its Westby, Wisconsin facility. This hourly, non-exempt position reports to the Production Supervisor and supports livestock production by caring for animals, collecting semen, and maintaining buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles. The intern is expected to represent the company’s mission and core values and follow established safety protocols. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Holiday and weekend work on a rotating schedule is required. Schedules and duties may change to meet departmental needs. Select Sires describes its workplace as team-oriented and encourages employees to take responsibility for their career growth. The company offers competitive compensation packages, flexible benefits, professional development through mentoring and internal and external training, advancement opportunities through career planning, a focus on work/life balance, and a community-oriented culture.

Requirements

Great verbal communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
Reliable means of transportation to report to work on time.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to constantly (6–8 hours) stand or walk, bend or stoop, and push or pull up to 100 lbs.
Ability to frequently (3–6 hours) twist; lift 21–50 lbs. at knee, waist, and chest heights; lift 0–20 lbs. overhead; and carry 21–50 lbs.
Ability to occasionally (1–3 hours) squat or kneel.
Ability to seldomly (0–1 hours) sit, climb stairs, crawl, and lift 0–20 lbs. from floor level.
Provide evidence of work authorization upon employment and complete USCIS Form I-9 within three business days of the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Great verbal communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
Reliable means of transportation to report to work on time.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Represent the Select Sires, Inc. mission and core values positively.
Clean and maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment.
Collect semen using established safety protocols.
Handle bulls to properly stimulate semen collection.
Operate company vehicles, trucks, trailers, and farm equipment.
Perform general livestock care, including feeding, cleaning, and moving bulls and steers.
Conduct health testing and veterinary treatments.
Perform hoof trimming.