Livestock Research Internship Summer 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Internship Summary

Join Ralco’s Innovation Team for a hands-on internship focused on animal care, lab research, and support. You’ll assist with livestock feeding, sample collection, record keeping, and equipment maintenance—all while gaining experience in swine, poultry, and ruminant research.

This internship also includes the opportunity to job shadow other areas of the Ralco business that are of interest to the intern. This includes, but is not limited to, Ralco nutritionists, sales team, research & development, finance / accounting, purchasing, marketing, and administrative services.

This job description is not meant to be all inclusive.  Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Responsibilities

Assist with execution of research protocols from start to finish

Support livestock care, including feeding and sample collection

Conduct laboratory testing for swine, poultry, and ruminant research

Maintain and calibrate equipment, manage supplies, and ensure facility cleanliness

Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings effectively

Participate in job shadowing across departments such as nutrition, sales, R&D, finance, and marketing

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, or a related field as a sophomore or higher

Fundamental laboratory experience as well as chemistry, biology, and animal science knowledge.  Comfortable working with cattle and other animals.

Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Willingness to work flexible hours and travel between Ralco facilities

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks as required; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key work duties.

For further information contact :

Melissa VanWesten

JKCI Research Farm Supervisor

Office Number : 507-337-6913

Melissa.VanWesten@RalcoAgriculture.com

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