Reproduction & Breeding Intern: Vermont

Genus • DeForest, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

ABS Global, a Genus Company, is offering a Reproduction and Breeding Internship focused on cattle reproduction and cutting-edge bovine technology. Interns will assist farmers in managing their herds and learn about the dairy industry. This is a summer internship requiring self-motivation, adaptability, and a willingness to travel. The position is located in Vermont (St. Albans area) and involves 40 hours per week, with daily hours determined by the manager. The hourly compensation is between $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 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