Position Description:
Summer interns at Alliance Dairies Group are paid and responsible for carrying out day-to-day activities on an operating dairy farm in agreed upon area of interest (ie: crops, shop, infrastructure, herd care) with the understanding of gaining knowledge and experience through hands-on application and responsibility.
*Please note that internship positions are available for upcoming semesters in the future academic year.
Work Schedule & Pay Rate:
- Full-Time for a 6-8 week time period
- $10/hour
- The average work week will be 5.5-days at 10+ hours/day
- Complete the assigned project given
- Be an asset to the farm through applying knowledge and skills in various areas of work that is asked of you
- Be willing to work in any area with an open-mind, and open communication with your assigned mentor
- Communicate with the Human Resource Manager about observations and experiences
- Strive to be a contributing team member within area of responsibility
- Learn as much as you can by participating in day to day activities and asking questions to gain understanding
General Internship Guidelines:
- Be on time and ready to work
- Being absent is not tolerated
- If you are unable to come to work call in at least 5 hours prior to your shift and bring in proof of your excuse
- Keep your workplace clean
- Alcohol and illegal substances are prohibited. Immediate dismissal or suspension from work will result if this rule is violated
- The phone is for business and emergencies only
- Needing time off must be approved by your supervisor at least a week prior
- Keep a willing and positive attitude to learn and help where ever needed
- Experience required,
- The focus will be placed on character and ability even with experience though
- Work well with others
- Be optimistic and positive
- Follow through on assigned tasks
- Complete tasks in a timely manner
- Ask questions whenever you do not know
- Determined to succeed
For more information and to apply, contact:
Alliance Dairies Vision
To join the team in producing the highest quality dairy products with happy and productive employee, contented cows, environmental stewardship, and a sustainable business structure with the opportunity to potentially be offered a full-time position after college.