Production/Genetic Improvement Internship
CORPORATE VISION: To pioneer animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.
POSITION LOCATIONS: Mound City, SD – Adrian, MI – Bowling Green, KY Manchester, OH
Why PIC?
PIC is the international lead provider of continuous genetic improvement in swine breeding stock and in world-class technical support to the global pork supply chain. Our intern program provides trainees with employable skills, networking opportunities, and diverse working experiences by exposing them to industry leaders in genetics, nutrition, animal health and pig production.
INTERN PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
PIC’s Production/Genetic Improvement Internship Program provides a hands-on, real life experience within a genetic nucleus pig production facility. This experience will give the intern the opportunity to gain knowledge about PIC as well as the swine industry. You will also be able to discover potential long-term career opportunities within a global swine genetics company. You will participate in an 8-12 week program designed to focus on one specific area of genetic swine production but will provide exposure to all areas of production throughout the internship. Those areas of production include: Breeding and Gestation, Farrowing, Nursery and finishing, Performance testing and selection and boar stud. The skills acquired during this internship will provide a baseline of knowledge to build upon in the future.
We encourage all students who are interested in pursuing a swine industry career to apply. Candidates should be able to work in a modern swine facility, be a good team member, and be accountable for daily tasks. Previous swine production experience is preferred but NOT necessary.