2027 Select Sires, Inc. Internship - Semen Processing

Select Sires•Plain City, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Select Sires, Inc. is seeking candidates to join their team as a Semen Processing Intern. This temporary, full-time, hourly, non-exempt position is located at their Plain City, OH facility and reports to the Manager of Semen Processing and Quality Control. The internship involves serving as a positive representation of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission and Core Values, performing initial semen evaluation and processing, sterilization of glassware and lab equipment, transportation of semen, conducting semen quality control evaluations, semen extender preparation, general laboratory maintenance, and administrative tasks. Interns may also assist with research projects, including sample preparation and analysis. Development and execution of an independent research project is a possibility but not a requirement. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM, and is subject to change to meet departmental needs. Select Sires offers a team-oriented atmosphere encouraging employee growth, competitive compensation packages with flexible benefits, professional development through mentoring and training, advancement opportunities, and a culture focused on excellence, customer success, ethical standards, and work/life balance.

Requirements

This position is open to all undergraduate students studying animal/dairy science or a related scientific field.
Applicant will preferably be entering their junior or senior year of undergraduate education, but applicants who have graduated and are planning on continuing education in a pertinent field (i.e. graduate or professional school) will be considered.
Laboratory experience.
Great verbal communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Capability to prioritize tasks.
Capacity to function well in a high-paced environment.
Reliable means of transportation to report to work on-time.
Ability to constantly (6 – 8 hours) sit or stand.
Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required to verify employment eligibility within three business days of the first day of employment.

Responsibilities

Serve as a positive representation of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission and Core Values.
Initial semen evaluation and processing.
Sterilization of glassware and lab equipment.
Transportation of semen.
Performing semen quality control evaluations.
Semen extender preparation.
General laboratory maintenance.
Administrative tasks.
Assisting with research projects, including sample preparation and analysis.
Development and execution of an independent research project is a possibility, but not a requirement.