Student Internship: Pillen Family Farms and DNA Genetics Veterinary Internship Program

November 13, 2023 — 

Pillen Family Farms and DNA Genetics are accepting applications for a veterinary internship program. Application deadline is November 26, 2023.

About

At Pillen Family Farms/DNA Genetics we're always looking for great people to join our dynamic team - and that includes internship positions! We're a family-owned, family-focused business that takes great care in everything we do, from raising highly productive pigs to fostering team member development. We are a progressive team of health professionals, producers, nutritionists, geneticists, technical advisors, researchers, and support team members, all striving to be industry leaders while maintaining our core principles; do what's right, do the best you can, and treat others the way you want to be treated.

We specialize in all aspects of producing quality pork for the world's table which includes our genetic program (DNA Genetics), commercial production (Pillen Family Farms) all the way through final processing (Wholestone Foods).

Our internship program provides an in-depth, immersive experience into all areas of our business, from pig care to promoting our genetic program to customers. Each internship is well crafted to provide students of all majors and career goals with quality professional experiences.

Timeline

12 weeks

Location

Columbus, NE

Duties & Responsibilities

Interns will obtain a working knowledge of the following:

• Exposure to swine production and swine veterinary practice
• Exposure to genetic pyramid and structure
• Hands-on training of technical skills including, but not limited to blood collection, necropsy, tissue collection and submission, production practices.
• Proficiency in biosecurity practices
• Participate in disease workups, disease management, herd health strategy, health assurance, and diagnostic interpretations.
• Opportunity to engage in applied research with option to submit to AASV

Qualifications

Preference given to Veterinary students who have completed their 1st or 2nd year at an accredited veterinary school

• Passionate about teamwork, accountability and has the desire to learn and understand the company's operation system
• Team player and ability to work with others

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Housing
• Mileage reimbursement available
• Tuition assistance program
• Weekly opportunity to engage with all leadership
• Experiences with other interns
• Social events

Application Process

Visit pillenfamilyfarms.com/internships to apply!