About the role#
Alta Genetics is looking for a student to join the Technical Marketing Team for a Summer 2027 internship. This role focuses on the intersection of dairy genetics, technical marketing, and consultative sales. You will work with team members to support strategic projects and gain experience in on-farm decision-making and customer education.
What you'll do#
- Help plan and coordinate the global Showcase Tour for dairy producers, distributors, and industry partners. This includes hands-on cattle selection and preparation.
- Learn about genomic evaluations, genetic indexes, and the genetic proof process.
- Observe how genetic strategies vary across different dairy management systems and global markets.
- Shadow sales consultants to learn how they analyze information and communicate value to customers.
- Collaborate with marketing, genetics, technical services, and sales teams while managing project deadlines.
- Create a professional presentation based on your observations and data analysis to share with company leadership and farm management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Dairy Science, Animal Science, or Agricultural Business.
- Interest in a career path involving dairy genetics, consulting, technical marketing, or sales.
- Knowledge of the dairy industry and dairy cattle genetics.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to organize multiple assignments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Comfort working in dairy farm environments.
- A valid driver's license and a willingness to travel as required by internship activities.
- A desire to learn, ask questions, and receive feedback.
Location & details#
- The position is based in Madison, Wisconsin, with travel throughout the Midwest.
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- Applications close on November 6, 2026.
About Alta Genetics
Alta Genetics operates within the dairy product manufacturing industry. Founded in 1986, the company produces and markets semen from sires for dairy farmers. It is based in Rocky View County, Alberta, and maintains a workforce of 501 to 1,000 employees. The firm provides genetic programs and reproductive services intended to assist with herd profitability.
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