Professional Services Intern - MO

Trans Ova; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans Ova Genetics is offering a Professional Services Intern position in Missouri to gain hands-on experience in cattle reproductive service programs and learn the technical skills for Professional Service Technician and Embryologist roles.

The role involves assisting with ET and IVF operations, data collection, cattle handling, and daily lab activities, while adhering to Trans Ova’s service standards and animal welfare guidelines.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Animal Science, Agricultural Sciences, Veterinary Technology, Biology, or a related field.
• Interest in bovine reproduction, embryo transfer, IVF, and reproductive technologies.
• Ability to work in both indoor laboratory and outdoor agricultural environments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with embryo transfer (ET) service-day preparation and procedures.
• Support OPU (ovum pick-up) operations through chute-side assistance and animal handling.
• Assist with donor and recipient management activities.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Support laboratory operations, including embryo handling, grading observation, and quality control activities.
• Follow animal welfare, biosecurity, and safety protocols.
• Participate in training, team meetings, and operational planning discussions.
• Complete an internship project focused on operational improvement, efficiency, or quality enhancement.
• Provide general support to Professional Service Technicians and Embryologists as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Animal Science degree

Biology degree

Veterinary Technology degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Job Description

The Professional Services Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting cattle reproductive service programs while learning the technical skills required for Professional Service Technician and Embryologist roles. The intern will assist with embryo transfer and IVF operations, data collection, cattle handling, and daily field and laboratory activities while developing an understanding of Trans Ova Genetics' reproductive technologies and service standards.

The Professional Services Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting cattle reproductive service programs while learning the technical skills required for Professional Service Technician and Embryologist roles. The intern will assist with embryo transfer and IVF operations, data collection, cattle handling, and daily field and laboratory activities while developing an understanding of Trans Ova Genetics' reproductive technologies and service standards.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Assist with embryo transfer (ET) service-day preparation and procedures.
• Support OPU (ovum pick-up) operations through chute-side assistance and animal handling.
• Assist with donor and recipient management activities.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Support laboratory operations, including embryo handling, grading observation, and quality control activities.
• Follow animal welfare, biosecurity, and safety protocols.
• Participate in training, team meetings, and operational planning discussions.
• Complete an internship project focused on operational improvement, efficiency, or quality enhancement.
• Provide general support to Professional Service Technicians and Embryologists as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Animal Science, Agricultural Sciences, Veterinary Technology, Biology, or a related field.
• Interest in bovine reproduction, embryo transfer, IVF, and reproductive technologies.
• Ability to work in both indoor laboratory and outdoor agricultural environments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies as needed.

Applications will close on November 6th, 2026.

About Us

Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semin, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies.

Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement.

TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.