Veterinary Services Intern

Primary Purpose

This internship will support the Veterinary Services team by researching and gathering data related to bird health, welfare, and biosecurity across Live Operations, with a focus on hatcheries, breeder operations, and grow-out facilities.  Working closely with Veterinary Services, Live Production, and Hatchery teams, the intern will collect and analyze serology, virology, necropsy, and embryo assessment data from multiple production units and geographic regions.  The project will focus on identifying trends, evaluating flock health indicators, and supporting continuous improvement initiates that enhance bird health, welfare, and overall broiler production performance.   

Project Highlights

• Collect and analyze serology, virology, necropsy, and embryo assessment data to evaluate bird health, welfare, and biosecurity across hatcheries, breeder operations, and grow-out facilities.
• Research health and performance trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support data-driven decision-making throughout Live Operations.
• Assist Veterinary Services in evaluating new and existing vaccination and health programs to determine best practices, assess potentials risks, and improve bird health and production performance.
• Collaborate with Veterinary Services and Live Production teams to identify factors impacting flock health and strengthen biosecurity and animal welfare practices.
• Present findings and recommendations that support improved bird health, welfare, and overall broiler production outcomes.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or accepted into a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program, with a background in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary Studies, or a related field.
• Strong interest in poultry health, animal welfare, biosecurity, and commercial broiler production.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to organize, analyze, and interpret biological and production data.
• Strong analytical, observational, and problem-solving skills with a high degree of attention to detail.
•  Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in varying weather and temperature conditions.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to present findings and recommendations to Veterinary Services and Live Operations teams.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Must pass the Mountaire Motor Vehicle Record check.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel. 

Internship Program Requirements

• Complete assigned project identified by department mentor.
• Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities.
• All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program or final presentations (August 2-6, 2027).
• All interns are required to complete a 10-minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer.  Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 2-6.
• All interns must complete a mid-way evaluation (week 5) along with a final evaluation (week 10).

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Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we’ve operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance. Mountaire Overview Mountaire Farms is an agricultural food production and processing company providing work for over 10,000 people at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that’s the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken.
Total Compensation Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are:  eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k),  Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement and many exciting career development programs!