Based upon the information you provided, I recommend you contact TransOva Genetics based in Iowa. Listed below is an email link you can direct to human resources. After researching the company on your own, write a simple professional letter to the human resource department and tell them you are 15 years old and preparing for your formal college education. Inquire to see if they have intern programs for college students and or newly graduated students, and also ask if they have an office close to where you are residing so you can immediately apply for one of the below listed jobs or possibly an apprenticeship. Finally, inquire if they recommend a specific professor and or University for the ET technicians. If you can locate David Faber's email address (I may have it if you can't find it), copy him on the email. That should do the trick of getting you headed in the right direction.
The Trans Ova Genetics team has dedicated themselves to providing the best technology, client service, animal care and client-oriented results available in the industry. No other team of professionals has more experience in helping breeders achieve success.
Current Opportunities:
Part-time Bottle Calf Herdsman at our Sioux Center, IA, location. Duties include: feed bottle calves, clean and bed calf hutch area, monitor calf health and administer treatment, record data on calves, maintain and clean equipment used for feeding. This is a 20-30 hour per week position. Candidate with prior calving and cattle handling experience preferred. Ability to operate farm machinery including tractors, skid loaders, manure spreaders and utility vehicles.
Part-time Cattle Herdsman/Maintenance at our Sioux Center, IA, location. Duties include: assisting with facility, farm equipment and cattle yard maintenance. Monitor cattle health and administer treatment; assist with cattle movement in and out of the facility; and record data on cattle. This is a 20-30 hour per week position. Candidate with prior cattle handling experience preferred. Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery including tractors, skid loaders, manure spreaders and utility vehicles.
Full-time Information Technologies Manager at our Sioux Center, IA, facility. The selected individual is responsible for the overall planning, organizing, and execution of all I.T. functions. Key duties include analyzing business needs and recommending technical solutions, implementing new systems to current technology, providing report and data analysis, developing an annual budget, and project management. Candidate will have strong experience in SQL server, .NET, Dynamics and Reporting Writing Tools. Experience with data reporting and implementing software development. B.S. degree in Computer Science or related field and 5 years minimum experience within Information Technology. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest to Human Resources prior to December 15.
Full time Cattle Herdsmen at our Sioux Center, IA, facility. Responsibilities include: feeding cattle; equipment, cattle yard, and facility maintenance; monitoring herd health and administering treatment; coordinating cattle movement within the facility; and recordkeeping. The preferred candidate should have experience with calving and cattle handling; able to operate farm machinery including tractors, skid loaders, manure spreaders and utility vehicles. Candidate holding an animal science degree or related field preferred.
Full-time Dairy Calf Care Specialist at our Sioux Center, IA, location. Trans Ova Genetics raises high value, genetically elite dairy calves for our clients. We are seeking to fill a full-time Dairy Calf Care Specialist position to oversee the raising of those calves. Understanding the value those calves bring to our clients, qualified individuals will have a demonstrated passion for dairy calves, and a continual drive to learn. The individual will have excellent organizational and record keeping skills, impeccable attention to detail, and be a forward thinker. It is critical to able to work as both part of a team and individually, as well as maintaining a professional image. The position requires the ability to lift at least 70lbs and the willingness to work in all types of weather conditions. Past experience in the dairy industry, especially raising bottle calves, will be very beneficial.
Part-time Cattle Feeder at our Sioux Center, IA, location. Looking for a way to supplement your income? We are seeking to fill several positions to work rotating weekends and holidays; approximately 10 hours per weekend. Must have knowledge and experience with the following farm equipment: tractor, payloader, and feedtruck.
Submit your cover letters / resumes to
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http://www.transova.com/transova/career.htm