About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in bovine reproductive technologies. You will work with professional service teams to assist veterinarians with embryo transfers, conventional embryo flushing, and in-vitro fertilization. You will support these procedures in both clinic and on-farm settings.
What you'll do#
- Provide client service during clinic and on-farm visits.
- Travel with professional service teams for on-farm trips, including overnight stays.
- Prepare collection and transfer areas for procedures.
- Maintain clean and well-kept production areas.
- Perform data entry and keep accurate records of procedures.
- Handle mature beef cattle and dairy heifers using low-stress techniques.
- Assist with chute-side and lab tasks with high attention to detail.
- Follow standard operating procedures and company policies.
- Participate in learning activities like wet labs, book clubs, journal clubs, and a case-study project.
What you'll need#
- Completed sophomore year of undergraduate studies.
- Current undergraduate, recent graduate, graduate, or veterinary student.
- Degree in animal science, pre-veterinary medicine, agricultural business, or a related field.
- Completion of a reproductive physiology course is preferred.
- Experience with advanced reproductive technologies is recommended.
- Strong cattle handling skills using manual or hydraulic chutes.
- Ability to work in outdoor or adverse weather conditions.
- Good physical mobility and strength, including the ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
- Valid driver's license and the ability to operate a company vehicle.
Location & details#
- Location: Sioux Center, Iowa.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Modality: On-site.
About URUS Group
URUS Group is a holding company founded in 2018 to support dairy and beef cattle producers. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, the firm operates as a partnership of agricultural organizations including Alta Genetics, GENEX, and Trans Ova Genetics. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The company provides genetic products, reproductive services, and management information to help farmers maintain productive herds.
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