Grow Finish Production Intern
Looking for a hands-on internship in the swine industry? Join PIPESTONE and gain real-world experience working alongside Production Consultants, Veterinarians, and livestock professionals while learning all aspects of wean-to-market production.
Internship will take place between May-August 2027.
What You'll Do:
✅ Assist veterinarians with disease investigations, sample collection, and on-farm assessments
✅ Support swine production teams and livestock caretakers with daily operations and industry expertise
✅ Accompany team members on site visits to evaluate animal care and site management practices
✅ Learn to manage overall pig health, welfare, and production performance
✅ Analyze production data and understand factors impacting success
✅ Build relationships with clients and team members
✅ Help implement strategies that support production, pig flow, marketing, revenue, and cost management goals
✅ Execute PIPESTONE's animal welfare, biosecurity, and safety standards
Internship Projects May Include:
- Evaluating sprinkler use, water consumption, and pig performance trends
- Comparing pre-fill inspection results across sites and washing systems
- Analyzing water flow rates and pressure for feeders and water systems
- Investigating E. coli outbreaks and recommending intervention strategies
- Reviewing supplemental water use and herd health trends
- Comparing loadout methods, genetics, and transportation outcomes
- Assessing pig marking accuracy and production variability
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in Animal Science or a related field
- Previous livestock caretaking experience preferred, but other relevant experience will be considered
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Occasional travel required
Work Environment:
- Agricultural swine environment in a rural area
- Noise levels may require hearing protection in some areas
- Must be willing to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently bend, reach, squat, and kneel
- Occasionally lift, pull, or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Why PIPESTONE?
At PIPESTONE, you'll apply classroom knowledge to real-world production challenges, gain valuable hands-on experience, and build industry connections that will help launch your career in animal agriculture.
Ready to grow your future in the swine industry? Apply today for our Summer 2027 Grow Finish Production Internship!
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Pay Range$15-$17hr
Compensation & BenefitsPIPESTONE offers Part time benefits: PTO and 401K upon eligibility.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a degree in Animal Science or a related field
- Previous livestock caretaking experience
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Willingness to travel occasionally
- Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions
- Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, and kneel
- Ability to occasionally lift, pull, or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
PIPESTONE Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about PIPESTONE and has not been reviewed or approved by PIPESTONE.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision insurance are characterized as comprehensive and high quality for individuals and families. Coverage is complemented by short- and long-term disability and AD&D options, reinforcing the core medical offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer matching is included as a standard component. This provides added long-term financial security beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and other leave benefits are part of the package. Broad leave availability is frequently paired with bonuses and education support to round out total rewards.
PIPESTONE Insights
What We Do
PIPESTONE is a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping farmers today create the farms of tomorrow. Founded in 1942 as a veterinary clinic, the company provides expertise and resources in pig health, management, nutrition, research, and marketing. It offers world-class sow management and veterinary services to hog, bovine, and companion animal producers across the Midwest.
