Swine Intern

Kalmbach Feeds; Ohio; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

On Staff Life Coach

Job summary

Pork Partners, Ohio’s largest pork producer, is offering a 12‑week paid internship for students pursuing Animal Science, Animal Production or related agricultural degrees. You will work with swine production, veterinary and nutrition teams to learn, research, and contribute to farm operations.

You will be mentored throughout the internship, gain hands-on experience in farrowing and gestation, and participate in our training and development programs.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an undergraduate program studying Animal Science, Animal Production or any other Agricultural degree preferred.
• Must have a High school diploma/GED.
• Commitment to ensuring best practices of animal care.
• Willingness to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Passion for agriculture and swine production.
• Highly motivated, self-starter with interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and master skills needed to perform at a high level.
• Conduct research trials related to medical care, nutrition and/or production techniques.
• Gain training in farrowing and gestation departments.
• Observe large‑scale sow farm management firsthand.
• Access training and development programs and mentorship.
• Assist team members with day‑to‑day operations.

Job description

Pork Partners, Ohio’s largest pork producer, is currently seeking highly motivated, college students who have a passion for agriculture and a desire to work in the pork industry! We are offering a 12-week paid internship for students to who are interested in working directly with our swine production, veterinarian and nutrition teams.

About the Internship:

• You learn and master skills needed to perform at a high level
• You conduct research trials related to medical care, nutrition and/or production techniques
• You gain advanced training in both farrowing and gestation departments
• You see first‑hand how a large‑scale sow farm is managed
• You get access to our training and development programs
• You will be assigned a mentor to assist you during the entire internship
• You assist Team Members at all levels with day‑to‑day operations

Who You Are:

• Must have a High school diploma/GED. Enrollment in an undergraduate program studying Animal Science, Animal Production or any other Agricultural degree preferred
• Committed to ensuring the best practices of animal care are performed daily
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds consecutively
• Have a passion for agriculture and swine production
• Highly motivated, self‑starter with excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage time and projects
• Farm experience preferred, but not required

Pork Partners Offers:

• Competitive Compensation
• On Staff Life Coach

Pork Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely based on job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. The information contained within your resume and application, including employment history, educational history, and references, are subject to verification. Pre‑employment drug screen (hair and urine), physical, and criminal background check required.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.