Summer 2027, A.I. Specialist Intern
Summer 2027, A.I. Specialist Intern
centralstar cooperativeEast Lansing, MI
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Territory: Four in Wisconsin and one in Michigan (location within each state is flexible)
Deadline to apply: Oct. 31, 2026.
Your purpose: As an A.I. Specialist Intern, you’ll experience a rewarding summer of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.
Day-to-day responsibilities: Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
Valid driver’s license; and
Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
Competitive wage and
Opportunity for professional development
About Central Star Cooperative: Central Star’s mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. Central Star’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, Gener Vations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. Central Star’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Level
Junior
Location
East Lansing, MI
Occupation
Animal Scientists
Industry
Support Activities for Animal Production
Posted
16 days ago