Internship for Animal Husbandry/ Animal Science

Itik Enak - PG Lean Hwa Trading Sdn. Bhd.; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 11,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Itik Enak - PG Lean Hwa Trading Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia is seeking an entry-level assistant to support daily duck care, feeding, cleaning, and health monitoring on the farm. You will learn breeding and data recording practices while working closely with farm managers and veterinary staff.

This role emphasizes teamwork, observational skills, and willingness to perform physical tasks in a farm environment, with opportunities to contribute to sustainable farming practices and ongoing research.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant degree in Animal Science, Animal Husbandry, or Veterinary Science.
• Strong interest in poultry farming, specifically ducks.
• Willingness to work in farm environment and perform physical tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Duck care & management: Assist in daily care, feeding, cleaning, health, and behavior monitoring.
• Breeding & reproduction: Participate in duck breeding, artificial insemination, and record keeping.
• Health monitoring: Conduct regular health checks and coordinate with veterinary staff.
• Data recording & analysis: Maintain records of breeding, health, and farm operations; support analysis.
• Sustainable farming practices: Learn and contribute to waste management and resource efficiency.
• Research & development: Support projects on duck behavior, nutrition, and reproduction; adopt new techniques.

Skills

Duck care

Animal handling

Teamwork

Education

Animal Science

Animal Husbandry

Veterinary Science

Job description

Fresh/Entry Level

Responsibilities

• Key Responsibilities:
• 1.Duck Care & Management:
• Assist in the daily care of ducks, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring their health and behavior.
• Learn and apply techniques for maintaining optimal living conditions to ensure the well-being of the ducks.
• 2.Breeding & Reproduction:
• Participate in the duck breeding program, including artificial insemination, monitoring reproductive cycles, and managing breeding records.
• Support the team in ensuring high reproductive success rates through effective management and care.
• 3.Health Monitoring:
• Conduct regular health checks on ducks, observing for signs of illness or distress.
• Collaborate with the veterinary team to address any health concerns and implement preventive care practices.
• 4.Data Recording & Analysis:
• Maintain accurate records of breeding activities, health reports, and farm operations.
• Assist in analyzing data to improve farm management practices and duck productivity.
• 5.Sustainable Farming Practices:
• Learn and contribute to sustainable farming practices that promote animal welfare and environmental responsibility.
• Participate in initiatives to improve farm sustainability, such as waste management and resource efficiency.
• 6.Research & Development:
• Support ongoing research projects related to duck behavior, nutrition, and reproduction.
• Assist in implementing new techniques and technologies to enhance farm operations.
• Work closely with farm managers, animal scientists, and other team members to ensure smooth farm operations.

Requirements

• Requirements:
• Currently pursuing a degree in Animal Science, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, or a related field.
• Strong interest in poultry farming, particularly ducks.
• Basic knowledge of animal care and breeding techniques.
• Willingness to work in a farm environment and handle physical tasks.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong observational abilities.