Reproduction and Breeding Intern: New York

Genus • DeForest, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

ABS Global, a Genus Company, is offering the Reproduction and Breeding Internship where interns will be involved in cattle reproduction and learn about bovine technology. This role involves working with farmers to ensure their herds are thriving. The internship is for self-motivated individuals who enjoy learning and adapting to new challenges. This position is for the west/central New York (Perry and Cobleskill areas) and requires 40 hours per week. The hourly compensation is $17 - $18 USD. Applications close on November 30th.

Requirements

• Experience in cattle handling and farm operations.
• Strong communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to work at least 12 weeks during the summer.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Certified in Artificial Insemination or hands-on experience with breeding.
• Passion for the dairy industry and pursuing an Agribusiness, Animal Science, Dairy or related field.
• Proficiency in PCDart, DC305, and/or BoviSynch software.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Gain an understanding of ABS proven technical solutions through hands-on involvement and training with clients, staff, and local ABS management.
• Understand the general farm operation and handling cattle including reproductive skills and safety procedures.
• Learn to measure and report progress and results of technical service initiatives.
• Acquire knowledge in seeking new ways to deliver value to customers in co-operation with the technical service team and new business development.
• Exposure to real industry seminars, producer meetings and in-house meetings and publications.
• Develop proficient skills in PCDart, DC305, and/or BoviSynch software.
• Opportunity to assist a GMS evaluator coding cows.
• Opportunity to assist Repro Tech with customers, develop on-farm procedures to help facilitate implementation of RMS in each customer's operation, cooperate with other farm advisors (Vet, Nutritionist, etc.) to integrate RMS into total farm management plan.
• Opportunity to assist Sales Reps on their route with deliveries, service, sales call and with ABS udder care products.
• Ensure ABS Global is a healthy and safe environment to work in by observing both the company safety rules and the policies/guidelines.
• Uphold the Genus core values, mission, and vision.
• Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid internships with competitive compensation.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed