Research Intern - Iowa Falls, IA Job Listing at Iowa Select Farms in United States of America (Job ID 4404)

Description

Iowa Select Farm's internship program was designed for students studying animal science, Ag studies or any other Ag-related field. The program is intended to prepare students for a successful career in pork production management. 

Internship programs may last anywhere from 8 weeks – 4 months and will provide excellent, hands-on training in a variety of areas including commercial pork production.

Qualified candidates must have the ability to work on a team, be accountable for reaching performance goals and possess a strong work ethic and desire to learn and understand the operational aspects, science, technology, and leadership qualities needed to be a production manager within a commercial swine system.

SKILLS ACQUIRED THROUHGOUT A RESEARCH INTERNSHIP MAY INCLUDE, BUT WILL NOT BE LIMITED TO: 

• Internship overview will depend greatly on the experience level of our intern. 
• You will assist at research sites with choring, weighing, collecting trial data 
• You will learn the aspects of data analysis, what we're looking for and how it will affect our system. 
• The day-to-day responsibilities will be determined and shared throughout the interview process based on your experience level and what you'd like to learn for the summer.
  • Research trials and focuses depend much on what's happening in the world– consumer demand, weather patterns, the economy, industry health status, staffing levels, etc.... 

LEADERSHIP AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: 

Throughout a summer internship with Iowa Select Farms, interns will have the opportunity for leadership and professional development opportunities including: 

• Leadership Panels
• “Ride-alongs” to explore other areas of company
• Participation in Iowa Select Farms “PeopleCare Leadership Program” 
• Opportunity to engage and network with all employment tiers through company summer events 

ADDITIONAL INTERNSHIP DETAILS 

• Animal science or related degrees and/or experience preferred
• Previous industry experience is required 
• Paid internship: $14/hour 
• Housing provided and included in internship at Ellsworth Community College (summer only)
• Internship duration: late May – early August 2025
• Two-year community college or four-year university students are eligible
• All work locations in Iowa
• Potential college credit – Iowa Select Farms will work to accommodate collegiate internship requirements
• All interns must interview for the position and complete a background check and Predictive Index Assessment

For more information, please contact Judith Gonzalez at jgonzalez@iowaselct.com or at 515-783-4671 or Alicia Mejia at amejia@iowaselect.com or at 515-423-4960.