Livestock Intern

PEAK Pathways Production Livestock Internship

PEAK is searching for highly ambitious and focused individuals to apply for the Production Livestock Internship(s) in Shawano, Wis. Within this program, interns will have the ability to step foot into all facets of PEAK Production but focus on research opportunities within our bull population. 

Interns will delve deeply into the bovine semen production process. This position will focus on working with elite bulls to collect and process the highest quality semen possible. The intern will work with the bulls in PEAK Production facilities, as well as have the chance to learn and perform laboratory processes to create semen products utilized on beef and dairy farm operations. 

All interns will perform individual research projects throughout the summer. In addition to this, they will have the opportunity to explore other career opportunities within PEAK and the URUS family.

Location & Duration

This position will be based at our Shawano, Wis., location. PEAK has locations in Watertown, Madison, or Shawano, Wis.; Billings, Mont.; and Calgary, Alb., Can. 

This is a 12-week experience taking place between May-August 2027.

Ideal Candidates

• Students pursuing an education within agriculture, biology, genetics or data science

• Applicants currently attend a 2-year technical college or 4-year university

• Passionate about agriculture and innovation

• Willingness to learn and experience new things

• Experience working hands-on with cattle is a bonus

Compensation & Benefits

Applicants will receive a competitive salary for their summer experience. Depending on the location of the internship, either housing or a housing stipend will be provided. 

Interns will also participate in company events such as the URUS and PEAK Intern Orientations. Based on manager discretion, interns will participate in other company events or professional conferences. They will have the chance to shadow an employee from a URUS-sister company of their interest.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter, resume, and three references through our application system. 

Applications are due November 1, 2026

PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.

PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS.  Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.