Live Production Intern

Plainville Farms is seeking a motivated Live Production Intern to join our team for Summer 2027! If you are passionate about animal welfare, poultry nutrition, and farm management, this internship offers the opportunity to gain meaningful, hands‑on experience in poultry production. You will work alongside experienced industry professionals, visit local farms, and develop a broader understanding of the practices that support flock health, animal care, and production performance. What You’ll Do Poult Placement and Planning: Gain hands‑on experience placing young birds on farms and supporting planning efforts that promote flock health from day one. Animal Nutrition: Collaborate with nutrition professionals to learn about dietary requirements for optimal growth and production performance. Processing: Learn about the plant receiving process, including proper handling, processing, and animal welfare standards. Animal Welfare: Support the care of birds in a healthy, humane environment while helping ensure compliance with welfare standards. Data Collection and Analysis: Assist with collecting and analyzing production data related to flock health, performance, and environmental conditions. Farm Rotations: Work alongside service technicians on local farms to monitor flock health, assess farm conditions, and gain practical farm management experience. What We’re Looking For Currently pursuing a degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, or a related field Strong interest in poultry production and animal welfare Interest in pursuing a service technician career after graduation Previous poultry experience or active participation in a Poultry Club Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to local farms If you are ready to apply your classroom knowledge, build practical industry experience, and learn more about a career in live poultry production, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr