Internships
Our internship program is a key pathway for discovering future leaders in the swine industry. Pipestone offers internships across various departments, including veterinary, production, and office positions. Interns will collaborate with dedicated team members who embody our core values of Integrity, Caring, Commitment, Growth, and Teamwork.
Internship Opportunities
Undergraduate Internships
The Pipestone Internship Program offers an 8-10 week paid experience for undergraduates, featuring hands-on learning in accounting, business, research, IT, nutrition, marketing, veterinary services, and swine production.
Swine production interns gain experience in farrowing, gestation, piglet care, herd health, and nutrition.
Intern opportunities are available across the Midwest.
Program Highlights:
- Hands-on learning: Gain practical skills in pig production
- Professional Growth: Work alongside industry experts
- Public Outreach: Engage in Discovery Barn events and fairs
- Paid Experience: Competitive pay with potential college credit
See current openings below!
Veterinary Internships
Pipestone Veterinary Services offers a paid 12-week summer internship for swine veterinary students, focused on health, production, and research. Interns lead research projects, complete an AASV project, and have opportunities to submit findings to competitions.
Open to first- and second-year vet students, the program includes housing, a stipend, and expense reimbursements through Iowa State University’s SVIP. Located in Independence, Iowa.
Program Benefits:
- Research Opportunities: Lead projects and submit findings to competitions.
- Mentorship & Networking: Build connections with pig veterinarians and industry professionals.
- Comprehensive Learning: Explore swine management, including nutrition, records, and ventilation.
- Supportive Environment: Housing, stipend, and reimbursements provided.
The application deadline is December 15. Interviews will follow, and 1-2 students will be accepted.
To apply, send a resume to: rachel.jensen@pipestone.com
Veterinary Externships
Pipestone Veterinary Services offers a 1-2 week externship for 4th-year swine veterinary students, focusing on pig health, production, and research. This program is available in the Spring, Fall, or Winter and provides hands-on learning with experienced veterinarians and team members at clinic locations in Pipestone, MN; Independence, IA; DeKalb, IL; Rensselaer, IN; and Orange City, IA. Housing is provided; however, stipends, transportation, and meals are not included.
- Swine Expertise: Deepen your knowledge of swine health, production systems, and research while gaining practical, technical experience.
- Professional Skills: Develop communication and leadership abilities by working directly with veterinarians and family farmers in real-world settings.
- Commercial Production Experience: Learn about swine operations, including farm management and production processes.
- Comprehensive Learning: Broaden your expertise with exposure to areas like nutrition, farm records, finance, and ventilation systems.
To apply, send a resume to: rachel.jensen@pipestone.com
Current Undergraduate Open Internship Positions
Develop hands-on experience in animal care, swine production, and farm operations. Learn about animal health, welfare, nutrition, and daily management practices that support successful pork production.
Support farm operations through maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and facility improvement projects. Gain hands-on experience working with maintenance professionals in agricultural facilities.
Gain hands-on experience in marketing, communications, social media, events, and agricultural education. Help educate consumers about agriculture while building your portfolio and professional network.
Explore human resources, employee training, onboarding, engagement, and HR technology. Work alongside experienced HR professionals while helping support Pipestone employees and culture.
Discover how purchasing, logistics, warehouse operations, and inventory management work together to serve farmers. Use data and problem-solving skills to improve efficiency and operations.
Develop real-world accounting and finance skills through financial reporting, invoicing, account analysis, and business operations. Gain valuable experience supporting a growing agricultural organization.
Learn how construction and facility improvement projects are planned, coordinated, and completed. Gain exposure to project management, site visits, scheduling, documentation, and design review.
Build technical skills by troubleshooting hardware and software, supporting technology users, and assisting with IT projects. Gain hands-on experience in a professional IT environment.
