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Description: WHO WE AREBased in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc. is committed to enhancing the productivity and profitability of dairy and beef producers. Highly fertile semen and genetic consultation are provided by three farmer-owned and -controlled cooperatives domestically, while World Wide Sires, Ltd. delivers international service. As the industry leader, Select Sires Inc. supplies farmers and ranchers with the world's best genetics, services and programs.SELECT SIRES, INC MISSIONWith the highest integrity, maximize the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of livestock producers who feed the world.SELECT SIRES, INC. CORE VALUESIntegrity Dedication Respect InnovationSelect Sires, Inc. is currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Beef Intern. This temporary full-time, hourly, non-exempt position is at our Plain City, OH facility and reports to the Beef Operations Administrator. Specific duties and responsibilities of a Beef Intern include, but are not limited to,Serve as a positive representation of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission and Core Values.Support the beef team around upcoming beef activities while gaining a deeper understanding of the Select Sires beef business and beef industry.Gather missing beef bull data points and support photos for the website and beef sire directory.Potential to help the barn crew in domesticating BART bulls in admittance.Assist the Beef Operations Administrator with requested projects related to BART, acquisition, and production.Provide support and assistance for all details around international beef tours. Assist with bull and progeny photos.Provide support and assistance for all details around beef team activitiesRide along on breeding projects to gain hands on experience with beef customers and beef representatives. Capture information for bull marketing purposes.A Beef Intern 's work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Work schedules and duties are subject to change to meet departmental needs.SELECT SIRES, INC. COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYEE GROWTH AND SUCCESSSelect Sires is a team-oriented atmosphere, encouraging employees to take greater responsibility for their careers to grow personally and professionally.Select Sires offers employees competitive compensation packages that include flexible benefits,Professional development through mentoring and internal and external training,Advancement opportunities through career planning,A culture instilled by a commitment to excellence, a passion for customer success, and high ethical standards,A focus that includes work/life balance,Community-oriented mindset as a major contributor to local organizations and events Requirements: REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF A Beef Intern: Excellent database skills, Skilled in Microsoft Office Programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Detail-oriented, organized, and able to plan and meet deadlinesExcellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsWillingness to perform a variety of tasksPREFERRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF A BEEF INTERN: Comfortable working independently while maintaining communication with the teamAbility to identify opportunities for improvement and act on themBeef animal handling experiencePhotography and videography skills REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE OF A BEEF INTERN:Working towards a bachelor's degree with preference for an agricultural background/experiencePREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE OF A BEEF INTERN:Two years of secondary educationPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF A BEEF INTERN: Occasional travel may be requiredDISCLAIMERThe job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties, and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Select Sires retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties, and responsibilities to the employee at any time, with or without notice. WORK AUTHORIZATIONEvidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Ac