2027 Select Sires, Inc. Internship - Livestock Production

Ohio Ag Connection; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Sires, Inc. in Plain City, OH is seeking a Livestock Production Intern to support daily livestock care, semen collection, and facility upkeep under supervision. The role is an hourly, non-exempt internship based at the Plain City facility with varied start times and rotating shifts.

The internship emphasizes hands-on experience in animal handling, semen collection, and general production support, with opportunities for professional development within a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Cleanse and maintain building, grounds, and equipment.
• Collect semen using established safety protocols.
• Handle bulls to stimulate semen collection.
• Operate company vehicles, trucks, trailers, and farm equipment.
• Perform general livestock care including feeding, health testing, and hoof trimming.

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Task prioritization

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

### Job Details#### Job Title:2027 Select Sires, Inc. Internship - Livestock Production#### Location:,, ,#### Company:#### Industry Sector:#### Industry Type:#### Career Type:#### Job Type:Internship/Summer Work Experience#### Minimum Years Experience Required:N/A#### Salary:Competitive#### Open Until:November 29, 2026### Get Job Alerts**Career Type:** Manufacturing/Production**Country:** USAI agree to receive alerts from and to the .Your alert was created successfully.x## General Alert Saved* The listings below are jobs matching the criteria you've selected for your General Alert on.Criteria selected was:* General alert saved for .* General alert notifications will be sent weekly on Monday.* Please note that you can only have one general alert active at any given time. Creating a new general alert will override an existing general alert.* Visit the to manage your alerts# 2027 Select Sires, Inc. Internship - Livestock Production| Number of Years Experience: | Minimum Education Completed: | || Education Major / Discipline Category: | Most Recent / Current Occupation: | |**Job Description**Based in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc. is committed to enhancing the productivity and profitability of dairy and beef producers. Highly fertile semen and genetic consultation are provided by three farmer-owned and -controlled cooperatives domestically, while World Wide Sires, Ltd. delivers international service. As the industry leader, Select Sires Inc. supplies farmers and ranchers with the world's best genetics, services and programs.**SELECT SIRES, INC MISSION*** With the highest integrity, maximize the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of livestock producers who feed the world.**SELECT SIRES, INC. CORE VALUES**Integrity | Dedication | Respect | InnovationSelect Sires, Inc. is currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Livestock Production Intern. This hourly, non-exempt position is at our Plain City, OH facility and reports to the Production Supervisor.Specific duties and responsibilities of a Livestock Production Intern include, but are not limited to,* Serve as a positive representation of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission and Core Values.* Cleanse and maintain building, grounds, and equipment.* Collect semen using established safety protocols.* Handle bulls in a manner to properly stimulate semen collection.* Operate company vehicles, trucks, trailers, and farm equipment.* Perform general livestock care, including feeding, cleaning, moving bulls and steers, health testing, veterinary treatments, and hoof trimming.A Livestock Production Intern's work schedule is Monday through Friday. Shifts vary dependent on the facility. Shift schedules include 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM and 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Holiday and weekend work on a rotating schedule is required. Work schedules and duties are subject to change to meet departmental needs.**SELECT SIRES, INC. COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYEE GROWTH AND SUCCESS**Select Sires is a team-oriented atmosphere, encouraging employees to take greater responsibility for their careers to grow personally and professionally.* Select Sires offers employees competitive compensation packages that include flexible benefits,* Professional development through mentoring and internal and external training,* Advancement opportunities through career planning,* A culture instilled by a commitment to excellence, a passion for customer success, and high ethical standards,* A focus that includes work/life balance,* Community-oriented mindset as a major contributor to local organizations and events**PREFERRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF A LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION INTERN:*** 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**PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE OF A LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION INTERN:*** High school diploma or equivalent.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF A LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION INTERN:*** Ability to constantly (6 - 8 hours) stand/walk, bend/stoop, push/pull >100 lbs.* Ability to frequently (3 - 6 hours) twist, knee lift (18\" -29\") 21 lbs. - 50 lbs., waist lift (30\" -36\") 21 lbs. - 50 lbs., chest lift (37\" -60\") 21 lbs. - 50 lbs., overhead lift (>60\") 0 lbs. - 20 lbs., carry 21 lbs. - 50 lbs.* Ability to occasionally (1 - 3 hours) squat/kneel* Ability to seldomly (0 - 1 hours) sit, climb stairs, crawl, floor lift (0-17\") 0 lbs. - 20 lbs.**DISCLAIMER**The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties, and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Select Sires retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties, and responsibilities to the employee at any time, with or without notice.**WORK AUTHORIZATION**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.**AAP/EEO STATEMENT**Select Sires, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Select Sires, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Select Sires, Inc. expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Select Sires, Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.