Dairy Genetics Intern: IVF, Data, & Field Training

Genus plc; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend and housing advice

Two all-expenses-paid trips to Madison

Job summary

Genus plc invites a Dairy Genetic Programs Intern to join ABS Global, a Genus company, focusing on elite Holstein and Jersey genetics and IVF support. The role offers hands-on experience in genetic development and requires travel to DeForest facilities.

Work 40 hours weekly during standard business hours, with potential schedule variation. The internship pays $18 per hour and runs through the summer, ending on the posted application deadline.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Animal Breeding, Agricultural Business, Animal Genetics, or a related field.
• Currently enrolled as a sophomore, junior, senior, or recent graduate at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university.
• Over 1 year of practical experience handling dairy cattle.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Available for 12 weeks during the summer.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reproductive days (primarily IVF) with our dairy genetic nucleus donor herd.
• Support the Genetic Services team to align with customer expectations.
• Prepare data loads and process herd data through the GMS (Genetic Management System) computer program, providing professional and courteous service to internal and external customers.
• Create reports and conduct data analysis to ensure herd information is processed accurately, minimizing turnaround time.
• Maintain an understanding of genetic science to problem-solve and meet customer requests.
• Conduct farm visits to assist with trainings, customer meetings, and report presentations.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

Animal Science / Dairy Science related degree

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Genus plc invites a Dairy Genetic Programs Intern to join ABS Global, a Genus company, focusing on elite Holstein and Jersey genetics and IVF support. The role offers hands-on experience in genetic development and requires travel to DeForest facilities.

Work 40 hours weekly during standard business hours, with potential schedule variation. The internship pays $18 per hour and runs through the summer, ending on the posted application deadline.