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Opportunities for interning vary from year to year and opportunities can be investigated through one or more of several sources. The first place to check is with your advisor. Many times, employers will advise acquaintances or the faculty of student employment opportunities rather than put out a general announcement. Consequently, some faculty members may know of opportunities specifically for students within The University of Tennessee, Animal Science Department. Also, many companies come directly to the department to interview students for both intern and full-time positions.
 Deadlines: See specific program for additional information.

Campus Resources:

Departmental Opportunities:

  • Animal Science - VOL REPS
    Junior or Senior majoring in Animal Science at the University of Tennessee; Student must possess excellent communication skills (oral and written); Preference given to students with leadership in clubs, judging teams and other
    related extracurricular activities; Student must be comfortable talking with students and their parents about UT
    Animal Science; Attend least one of the state market hog (January), horse (June), beef (July) and sheep (July) shows.
    For more information, contact Mr. Aaron Fisher.
  • Animal Science - Animal Management Intern
    Pursuing the BS degree at the University of Tennessee Preference given to students in Animal Science, but all are encouraged to apply Must have completed Animal Science 220 and Animal Science 280 Previous hands-on animal experience desired Preference given to students with leadership in clubs, judging teams and other related extracurricular activities Must complete IACUC and OHP training. For more information, contact Mr. Aaron Fisher.

Complete Listing:

  • AgCareers.com Internships
  • Agriculture Intern Program (AIP), USDA
    This program provides undergraduate and graduate students, who are pursuing degrees in the agricultural disciplines,
    the opportunity to receive an internship assignment with the Federal government for a semester in Washington DC. USDA invites one to three nominees from your institution.  Nominees must be United States citizens and at least 16 years of age.  They must possess a 3.00 grade point average or greater.  Interns must be currently enrolled in their under-graduate or graduate institutions.  The undergraduate students should be at least in their third (junior) year of college.  Nominations must be received by August 15, 2009.  Please forward the students’ resume and a copy of their current transcript electronically to Ms. Yolanda Provost at yolanda.garcia-provost@da.usda.gov or mail to the following address: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Human Capital Management, Mail Stop 9611, attn:  Ms. Yolanda Provost, Jamie L. Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington DC 20250. Individuals selected to participate in AIP in Fall 2009 will begin the Program in September 2009.  If you have any questions, please call Ms. Yolanda Provost at (202) 720-3286.
  • Adventure Camp - SeaWorld & Busch Gardens
    SeaWorld Adventure Camp Internship programs, sponsored by the Education Department at SeaWorld Orlando Adventure Park. This fast-paced experiential learning opportunity is designed for undergraduate students who have completed their sophomore year and are in good standing at a recognized academic institution. Applicants should be seeking degrees in education, science, or recreation. This is a paid Internship, and students may additionally arrange to receive academic credit through their faculty advisor.
  • AIDE
    Learn a new language and culture, develop skills and gain the confidence you will need for your career, use your talents to assist a local community and have the experience of a lifetime!
  • American Horse Publications Internship Program
    The AHP Internship Program is designed specifically for college students who have an interest in horses and seek a career in equine publishing.
  • American Horse Publications Student Award Contest
    American Horse Publications awards an all-expenses-paid trip to their annual seminar to a college junior or senior pursuing a career in equine publishing.
  • American Zoo and Aquarium Association - Job and Internship Listing
  • Animal Agriculture Alliance
    The Animal Agriculture Alliance has an opening for a summer intern with strong communications and writing skills. Areas of work will include but may not be limited to writing, research, special project assignments, conference exhibition and coordination, and assisting the President, Vice President and Education Coordinator as needed. May include limited travel.
  • AQHA Marketing Internship
    AQHA’s Marketing and Communications Program reach into all aspects of the horse industry, regardless of discipline. Qualified candidates will be challenged to write daily press releases about the American Quarter Horse and related activities; develop relationships with media professionals, agencies and industry leaders. This position assists with implementing AQHA’s various promotions, advertising and marketing programs. By the end of a typical three-month internship, interns in this area can take a marketing program from concept to implementation. AQHA’s Marketing Department will have three paid internships throughout the year – Jan-April, May-August, September-December. Please specify which internship you are applying for.
  • AQHF International Internship Program
    Named for Past AQHA President William R. Verdugo, an international internship program has been developed for students wishing to further their knowledge and experience in the equine industry.
  • Black Pine Animal Park
    An (unpaid) internship program offers college students the unparalleled opportunity to learn about exotic animal care in a hands-on environment. While learning the realities of running a sanctuary, students will gain invaluable experience in many aspects of animal husbandry and enrichment, business administration, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Certified Angus Beef LLC : Colvin Scholarship Fund For Tomorrow's Leaders
    In addition to the scholarship, the recipient may also have the opportunity to accept up to a three-month, paid internship. This appointment is dependent on the availability of a position and comes with no guarantee as a term of employment with Certified Angus Beef LLC. The internship is not a requirement of the scholarship.
  • Christensen Farms Intern Program
    Christensen Farms have a couple of positions remaining in our 2008 intern program. Qualified college students are invited to join Christensen Farms for our Production Internship Program. Students who participate in the ten-week program will obtain a 360 degree inside view of the day-to-day operations of sow production. The Christensen Farms Production Internship Program is designed for college students who are seeking a degree in animal science, or a similar agricultural degree, and have completed their core coursework. Each week students will focus on a different aspect of swine production, with the remaining time allotted to participate in the daily operations of a sow farm. Production Internship Program length is ten weeks. Students must be willing to work with other program participants, employees, managers and Christensen Farms’ leadership to achieve a common goal – produce high quality pork. Participants must be willing to learn all facets of what it takes to be a swine industry leader, as well as take an active role in the daily operations of a World Class Production system. For more information please visit our website or call Rod Hamilton at
  • the Chronicle of the Horse
    Our internship program gives the student a real feel for magazine publishing. The job description varies little from the actual duties of the editorial staff. We work with the intern, offering personal attention and a level of responsibility fitted to the individual. We are proud of our program. The Chronicle offers a chance to grow.
  • Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc.  C.R.O.W.
    C.R.O.W. has an externship program available to veterinary students and natural science students. Externships are between 6 and 8 weeks in length. Students partake in clinic duties (patient admission, diagnostics, treatments, and assistance with anesthesia/surgery), husbandry duties, and public education. Housing is provided on the C.R.O.W. property. Interested candidates should call (941) 472-3644 for an application. C.R.O.W. offers one annual internship position to a graduate veterinarian starting July 1st every year. The internship program is designed to enhance clinical skills and prepare the intern for a career in wildlife medicine. The intern will participate in all aspects of clinical work including diagnostics, surgery, rehabilitation and teaching veterinary externs.
  • Darley Flying Start
    Darley Flying Start is the unique management training programme established by Darley, one of the world's most successful studs, to prepare you for a career in racing or breeding. It's a two-year course open to anyone of any age from anywhere - providing you have the passion and commitment to get to the top.
  • Elanco Animal Health - a division of Eli Lilly
    The purpose of the internship is to provide students who have backgrounds in biology, chemistry, or animal science with the opportunity to conduct a research project from the conception of the idea to the completion of the final report. Thus, we have created a summer internship program with a stipend for students to explore research in animal health.
  • The Environmental Protection Agency
    STAR Fellowship : GRO Graduate Fellowship : GRO Undergraduate Fellowship
  • Equine Breeding Farm Internship - Colorado State University
    Interns will participate in a one (1) year program. One person will start on January 1 and finish on December 31 of that same year. The second person will start on July 1 and finish on June 30 of the following year. Applicants should have recently completed a BS degree in Equine Sciences, Animal Science or related discipline. This is a non-degree program. A certificate of achievement will be provided upon successful completion of the program. Job placement assistance will be available upon request.
  • FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine Summer Intern Program
    FDA is accepting applications for its summer internship which seeks to provide training opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and professional students and to stimulate an interest in pursuing careers significant to the Center. The goal of the CVM Student Intern Program is to provide a foundation in biomedical regulatory-base research that is integrated with scientific principles applicable to biological product development and regulation. Students will receive a stipend and be employed on a full time basis for 10 weeks beginning Monday, June 1, 2009. FDA/CVM utilizes a number of factors in the selection of student interns, e.g., grades, letters of recommendation, research experience, and computer knowledge. It is preferred that all students applying maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Foreign students are welcome to apply to CVM's intern program. However, it is the student's responsibility to obtain the appropriate visa status/clearance and to have that process completed at the time of acceptance should the student be selected as a summer intern.
  • Foreign Agricultural Service, USDA
    Career Intern Program : International Agricultural Intern Program : Summer Internship Program
  • Federation of Animal Science Societies Internship Database
    The Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS) has established this national internship database to offer a one-stop location to unite animal science students' educational skills and areas of interest with business sponsors' needs and internship openings.
  • Holstein Foundation
  • Hoard's Dairyman
  • International Stockmen's Educational Foundation Student Travel Fellowship Program
  • Kelmscott Rare Breeds Foundation
    Areas: Lambing Stewards; Cattle Herd Management; Swine Herd Management; Organic Gardening; Agriculture Education; Sheep Flock Management; Equine Management; Poultry Management; and Marketing
  • Kentucky Equine Management Internship Program
    KEMI is a curriculum intended to recruit an educated, enthusiastic work force with an affirmative, life long participation in the equine industry. Working in close cooperation with the Kentucky Thoroughbred Farm Manager’s Club, this non-profit internship program is designed by educators and farm managers with the purpose of providing a unique "hands-on" theoretical training for students. These internships are intended to attract presently enrolled or recently graduated college or university students who are interested in pursuing a career in the equine industry. See site for application deadlines.
  • Kentucky Equine Research, Inc.
    KER Internship: This summer program is offered yearly to one or two U.S. students who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in equine nutritional research. Applicants must have completed at least two years of an undergraduate degree in animal or veterinary science (equine emphasis) or a similar related degree. The internship is offered for a period of 3 months, normally during the summer (June - September). The intern will be based at the research facility in Versailles, Kentucky for the duration of the internship. Knowledge of basic horse care is necessary for this position.
    KER Fellowship: Positions available in June/July and August 2004. This program is offered yearly to U.S. and overseas students or recent graduates who want to gain experience in equine nutrition research. The fellowship is offered for a period of 12 to 18 months, depending on the applicant's situation and time available. The fellow will be based at the research facility in Versailles, Kentucky for the full duration of the fellowship. Previous horse experience is necessary for this position.
    Further information for all positions can be obtained by contacting:
    Delia Nash, Farm Manager, 3910 Delaney Ferry Road, Versailles, Kentucky 40383, USA, 859-873-1988, Fax 859-879-0770, e-mail (research@ker.com)
  • Kentucky Equine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Center
    Here at KESMARC we fully understand the "exclusiveness" of our facility, being the only Equine Rehabilitation Center of ifs kind, in the world, to offer the modalities we offer. We also appreciate the need for quality training and placements in the Equine field, which is why we are proud to offer two separate internship programs. The OAKS Internship Program, The DERBY Internship Program
  • Kentucky Horse Park Equine Management Program
  • Kraft
    Where do you want your intern career to be? If you are seeking a rich environment that provides challenging opportunities, rewards you for your contributions, and values your individuality then choose KRAFT. Join a global organization where you become apart of a high quality dedicated team while bringing your unique and innovative ideas to the table to help grow the business. Explore exciting internship career opportunities at Kraft!
  • Knoxville Zoo
    Internships offered during the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
    Contact: Jennifer Manrod, Internship Director, 974-637-5331 ex 389, jmanrod@knoxville-zoo.org Or see Dr. Heitmann in 114a McC for copies of the internship booklet.
  • Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Writing Internship
    Valuable writing internship opportunity available with a milk marketing cooperative based in Reston, Va. Intern will contribute to and support production of a monthly newsletter. Duties include writing articles, preparing finished copy, editing and proofing. Additional responsibilities include preparing feature articles and news releases for the cooperative’s annual business meeting, as well as monitoring the cooperative’s website to ensure content is timely and accurate. Prefer candidates with an agricultural background. Intern must be located within the Southeast/Mid-Atlantic Region and able to travel on a limited basis (one to two times per month). Compensation is negotiable and based on experience. Please send a resume and at least three writing samples to Amber DuMont, Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative, 1985 Isaac Newton Square West, Reston, VA 20190 or via e-mail adumont@mdvamilk.com.
    Contact: Amber DuMont, Communications Manager, Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative, 1985 Isaac Newton Square West, Reston, VA 20190, 703-74, 703-742-7459 fax, 804-370-8061 cell, adumont@mdvamilk.com : www.mdvamilk.com
  • McCauley Bros Inc.
    McCauley Bros Inc. is in search of an intern who shares McCauley's philosophy of dedicated to excellence in equine nutrition. This person will be given the opportunity to work with leading equine nutritionists and sales experts. Permanent position may result for right candidate. Qualified candidates must possess an ag related BS degree and possess a valid drivers license.
    Contact: McCauley Bros. Equine, Attn: Human Resources Department, PO Box 604, Versailles, KY 40383, drjohn@mccauleybros.com
  • McQuay Stables
    We are looking for an intern for this upcoming breeding season. This person would be exposed to all aspects of the horse breeding industry. We stand 6 studs which we will be breeding mares on the farm and also shipping semen, we breed farm and client mares on the property as well as do embryo transfer, and we will be foaling out a little over 60 mares this season. We are looking for a motivated individual, this person does need to have a lot of horse experience but would be willing to learn. Contact: Interested students could please check out our website: http://www.mcquaystables.com/ and email their resume to: mcquaystables@hdunit.com
  • Miner Institute, Equine Management
    The emphasis of this program is the management of a commercial equine facility and improved horse handling and training skills.
  • The Minority Health International Research Training (MHIRT) Program through Christian Brothers University
    Ever wanted to work in a refugee camp? How about tracking Jaguars in tropical forests? Or maybe working with traditional healers in Africa? Or learning lab skills while preventing childhood cancer in Brazil? The Minority Health International Research Training (MHIRT) Program through Christian Brothers University is offering ALL EXPENSES PAID international summer research opportunities! Nine sites for undergraduate and graduate students are available in Brazil and Uganda. Research is geared towards biomedical and behavioral sciences; however, ALL majors are encouraged to apply.For more information visit: www.cbu.edu/mhirt or contact Julia Hanebrink: jhanebri@cbu.edu.
  • Murphy Family Ventures
    Hands on involvement in the day-to-day operation of a 2400/3800 head sow farm. You will be trained on cleanliness (sweeping/scraping), animal care and stockmanship (movement/handling, processing/castrating), herd health (vaccinations/treatment) and exposure to other detailed tasks including heat detection, artificial insemination (AI) and monitoring sows while giving birth.
  • Nashville Zoo
    Internships offered Summer semester. Contact: Volunteer Programs Manager 615-833-1534, ext. 140, volunteer@nashvillezoo.org
  • National Dairy Shrine
    Internships offer students real life opportunities working within the dairy industry. Recognizing this, National Dairy Shrine has established an Internship posting for its members to share internship opportunities with dairy youth. Check out the available internships offered by industry leaders around the country!
  • National Pork Board
    Communications Department Intern, Producer Education Department Intern, Science and Technology Department Intern, Marketing Department Interns
  • National Pork Producers Council
    NPPC Government Relations Internship Program NPPC seeks students in their junior or senior year who have an in interest in or knowledge of the U.S. swine industry. Students majoring in an agricultural field of study are especially encouraged to apply.
  • Noble Foundation
    The Agricultural Division of the Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Inc. is accepting applications for the position of Summer Livestock Discipline Intern (temporary position). Duration: Approximately May- August Duties: Intern will assist with livestock and related programs at the Noble Foundation. Duties will include collection and management of research and demonstration project data, managing computerized records, assisting with educational activities, participating in consultation with livestock producers, and other livestock, forage and wildlife management activities. The opportunity exists for individualized intern projects. Application Instructions: An application and further information about the Foundation can be found on our web site at http://www.noble.org. Applicant must send resume, official transcripts, three letters of reference (excluding relatives), and a cover letter explaining reasons for interest in the position and career goals.
  • Peaceful Pastures
    Peaceful Pastures is a direct market, all natural, grass fed, meat business producing and selling beef, lamb, goat, pork, duck and goose located an hour east of Nashville, in Hickman, Tennessee.  All of the species are free ranging in our 300 acre scenic valley.  In addition, we maintain and manage 400 cow/calf pairs (both registered and commercial.)  Peaceful Pastures also offers farm tours.  Tours are conducted twice weekly and have been well received, especially by school groups.  The scope, size and diversity of our operation allows us to offer outstanding internship opportunities in several areas, yet being a small family run business provides one on one learning, coaching and evaluation.
  • Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. of Miami
    This wildlife rehabilitation facility is now offering internships to students in pre-vet programs or related fields.
  • Peterson & Smith Equine Hospital Pre-Vet Equine Veterinary Internship
    Offering 6 internships: 2 hospital (surgery/medicine/sports medicine), 2 equine reproduction center and 2 ambulatory department
  • Philip Morris Extension Internship - UT Extension, Agriculture and Extension Education To provide the student an opportunity to study, observe and participate in a County Extension program under the direction and supervision of experienced County Extension Agents.
  • Przewalski's Horse Breeding Program - Smithsonian National Zoological Park
    The intern will work at the Zoo's Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal, Virginia. The intern will work in the endocrine labs of the Department of Reproductive Sciences. He or she will be responsible for conducting hormonal analyses on Przewalski's horse urine samples that have been collected and shipped from other North American zoos.
  • Research Training Fellowship Program - Iowa State University Department of Agronomy
  • Resources for the Future (RFF)
    RFF has several paid summer internships for outstanding undergraduate and graduate students. Priority consideration is given to graduate students. The program is open to both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. However, the latter must be enrolled at a U.S. university and have proper work and residency documentation. Internships are available beginning in June and ending in late August for a 10-week assignment.
  • Rural Utilities Service, Rural Development, USDA - Winter Intern Position
    The Office of the Administrator, Rural Utilities Service, Rural Development, USDA is seeking applications for an intern to fill a position during the second semester 2003-2004 school year (January2004-June2004). The work location will be the office of the Administrator, South Agricultural Building, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, D.C. Duties for this multifaceted position include professional writing, research projects as may be directed by the Administrator or Her staff, as well as clerical tasks on an as needed basis.
  • St. Kitts Sea Turtle Monitoring Network, West Indies
    The St. Kitts Sea Turtle Monitoring Network (SKSTMN) is a unified nonprofit organization founded in January 2003 which monitors nesting populations & acts as an advocate for the strengthening of sea turtle protection laws.  We are working in conjunction with Fisheries, St. Christopher Heritage Society,WIDECAST, Small Islands Voice, Ross University, & local citizens to develop a long term sea turtle monitoring & protection program.  Contact: Dr. Richard Heitmann or Kimberly M. Stewart, MS, DVM, Director SKSTMN, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, PO Box 334, Basseterre, St. Kitts, West Indies, Cell: 869-669-4268 Turtle Hotline: 869-764-6664 E-mail:kstewart@rossvet.edu.kn
  • Select Sires
    Select Sires Inc., Plain City, Ohio, is seeking two college students for internships at its headquarters facility for summer 2008, beginning in May or early June. Complete position descriptions for the available internships are attached. Students majoring in communications who are familiar with the dairy industry are preferred. Strong writing and computer skills are essential. While juniors or seniors will be given preference, sophomores will be considered. Students may e-mail inquiries, cover letters and resumes to tsmith@selectsires.com. Questions may be directed to the above e-mail address.
  • Smithsonian National Zoological Park
    The National Zoo offers exciting and unique internships that help participants reach a range of academic and professional goals. Internships positions are available from a variety of groups at the Zoo including: veterinary medicine, FONZ, research, and animal programs—each may have a slightly different application process. Applications may be accepted on an ongoing basis or have a deadline, as noted.
  • Shadwell Farm LLC, Lexington, KY - Equine Internship
    Equine internships are available at Shadwell Farm, Lexington, KY for the Spring semester 2004 (January - May). Future internships a possibility. Shadwell is a 3,400 acre Thoroughbred horse farm that houses one of the most prestigious broodmare bands in the world. We have over 100 mares that we breed and foal from January to June every year. In addition, adjacent to the main farm is Nashwan Stud where we currently stand 4 stallions. Contact Mr. Clarke, Shadwell Farm, LLC manager at gclarke@shadwellfarm.com or visit our web site http://www.shadwellfarm.com/ for further information.
  • Stevenson Angus Ranch - Hobson, Montana
    Stevenson Angus Ranch is one of the largest seedstock producers in the US. They market bulls across the country. This would be an excellent opportunity to gain invaluable experience within the beef industry. Available Spring, Summer and Fall. For more information, contact Mr. Aaron Fisher.
  • Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation
    3 Summer Intern Positions, Public Affairs Department, Communications Department, Special Programs. Application materials are available from Dr. Heitmann in 114b McCord Hall.
  • Tennessee Nature Center
    The Tennessee Nature Center is a wildlife conservation organization specializing in wildcats. At any time there are 30-50 cats at the center including caracals, Lynx, bobcats, Asian leopards, snow leopards depending on their rehabilitation to other conservation areas. Contact Robert (Bobby) Bean at 615-889-4633, cell 615-974-9940 or WILDCON2B@aol.com.
  • USDA Career Intern Programs
    Administrative/Professional Intern Program Science Intern Program
  • USDA Education and Outreach Programs
  • Walt Disney World College Program
    There are many, many internships available from Walt Disney World College Program in Florida. There are opportunities to do internships in agricultural and nutritional related areas with many species: Animal Programs Chemistry, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Conservation Education, Animal Behavior, Dietary/Nutritional, Veterinary Medical Information, Veterinary Hospital, Wildlife Tracking Center, Epcot Science, Biological/Agricultural Engineering