Summer Intern (Veterinary Student)

TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Internship

In-person role

Job summary

TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods is seeking a Summer Intern (Veterinary Student) to join our team in Canada. The role combines veterinary training with digital health tools to support beef cattle health and production outcomes.

You will gain hands-on experience at client sites and in our collaborative veterinary team. You’ll conduct field procedures, assist veterinarians, collect samples, and participate in data-driven health monitoring.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a team.
• Adaptability to outdoor working conditions in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Conduct digital necropsies and laboratory sample collection at client feedlot sites.
• Partner with veterinarians, nutritionists, and researchers to deliver animal health services.
• Collaborate with the veterinary team in performing bovine procedures.
• Drive data-driven decisions through health parameter monitoring.
• Develop and communicate evidence-based protocols to client operations.
• Support research initiatives and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Manage pharmaceutical inventory and delivery to ensure animal care.
• Analyze health trends and contribute to action plans for livestock outcomes.
• Execute administrative tasks and maintain accurate digital records.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Outdoor adaptability

Education

DVM program

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods (TAC) is a great place to work. You can see it in our team members. The diversity of the team and their unique contributions set us apart from the competition. Our success is based as much on our future friendly team as the innovative technology solutions we offer.

Our team members include people like you – enthusiastic, innovative, passionate and energetic. We believe that you'll find our high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging and financially rewarding.

Ready to create innovative solutions and best practices in the cattle industry?

TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods (TAC) is leveraging world-leading technology and innovation to create better producer-to-consumer outcomes in the agriculture and food industry, with particular expertise in beef cattle production and health management. We're building a unified, trusted, and sustainable value chain that enables efficient production and logistics while lowering environmental impact. Our diverse team of enthusiastic, innovative, and passionate individuals sets us apart and drives our success, bringing together expertise in veterinary medicine, cattle production, and agricultural technology.

We deliver actionable digital solutions and data insights that connect global supply chains, improving the safety, quality, and sustainability of food and consumer goods, with specialized focus on beef cattle operations, feedlots, and related agricultural services. Our innovative solutions and purpose-built applications serve every participant in the supply chain, from seed manufacturers and farmers to grocery stores and consumer goods companies.

Our team and what we’ll accomplish together

We are seeking a dedicated and hands‑on Summer Intern (Veterinary Student) to join our innovative team at TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods. This dynamic role combines veterinary expertise with digital technology to support optimal animal health and production outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in veterinary medicine, comfort with digital tools, and the ability to work effectively in various agricultural settings. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team that’s revolutionizing cattle health management through data‑driven solutions and hands‑on care.

What you’ll do

As a Summer Intern (Veterinary Student), you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the health and well‑being of beef cattle while supporting efficient production animal management. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in both traditional cattle care and cutting‑edge digital health monitoring systems.

• Conduct digital necropsies and laboratory sample collection at client feedlot sites
• Partner with veterinarians, nutritionists, and research consultants to deliver comprehensive animal health services
• Collaborate with the veterinary team in performing bovine surgeries, calvings, and breeding soundness examinations
• Drive data‑driven decisions through feed analysis and health parameter monitoring
• Develop and communicate evidence‑based protocols and recommendations to client operations
• Support research initiatives and regulatory compliance requirements
• Manage pharmaceutical inventory and delivery to ensure optimal animal care
• Analyze health trends and contribute to action plans for improved livestock outcomes
• Execute administrative tasks and maintain accurate digital records

This is a full time, in person Paid Internship role, from the beginning of May 2027 to the end of August 2027.

What you bring

• Enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program from an accredited institution
• Valid driver's license (or the ability to secure one) with ability to travel to client sites
• Proficiency in Windows‑based software applications
• Physical capability to lift and push up to 50 lb.
• Flexibility to work variable hours, including weekends and extended shifts
• Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Adaptability to outdoor working conditions in all weather

Great‑to‑haves (but not necessary)

• Previous experience working with cattle in feedlot, dairy, or cow/calf operations
• Understanding of agricultural production systems and animal welfare practices
• Background in data analytics or research methodology

If you're passionate about animal welfare, comfortable with both clinical and technical responsibilities, and ready to make a meaningful impact in agricultural innovation, we want to hear from you.

Join our high‑performance culture at TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods, where you'll find a personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding career opportunity in the dynamic field of cattle health and production.

Join us

Collectively, our talented team and integrated solutions uniquely position us to transform collaboration within the industry at a global level, empowering and connecting producers to consumers for a more efficient, sustainable future.

Everyone belongs at TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you do or how you do it, at TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods, your unique contribution and talents will be valued and respected. Because the more diverse perspectives we have the more likely we are to crack the code on what our customers want and our communities need.

Do you share our passion for enabling remarkable human outcomes?

Together, let’s make the future friendly.

Accessibility

TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.