Reproduction and Breeding Intern: Midwest USA

Genus • DeForest, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

ABS Global, a Genus Company, is offering a Reproduction and Breeding Internship focused on cattle reproduction. Interns will assist farmers in managing their herds using cutting-edge bovine technology. This summer internship requires self-motivation, a love for learning, and adaptability. The role involves hands-on experience, learning about farm operations, cattle handling, reproductive skills, and safety procedures. Interns will also learn to measure and report progress, seek new ways to add customer value, and gain exposure to industry seminars and meetings. Proficiency in specific software and assisting with various farm-related tasks are key components of the role. The internship emphasizes maintaining a healthy and safe work environment and upholding company values. This position is for the Midwest, USA region and involves 40 hours per week, with daily hours determined by the manager. The application deadline is 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 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