Animal Health Intern

Animal Health Division

2027 Internship Opportunity

The Animal Health Division, under the direction of the state veterinarian, is responsible for controlling, eradicating and testing for livestock disease in Missouri. This is accomplished through testing, vaccinations and regulatory programs involving cattle, swine, horses, poultry, exotic animals, sheep, goats and small animals as provided under the Diseased Animal Law.

The Missouri Dept. of Agriculture, Division of Animal Health, is accepting applications for a Summer 2027 Internship.  This position will be domiciled in Jefferson City and will require travel (vehicle provided). The Missouri State Fair is an important part of the internship experience where the selected applicant will be working alongside department staff, ensuring all livestock exhibitors have the required paperwork, and the livestock is health for entry.

Salary: $18.00/hour (full time during the summer)

Start Date: Approx July 1, 2027 through mid-August 2027 (will work with college schedule)

What you will be doing:

• Learn the daily activities of the Animal Health Division within the Department
• Work in the Animal Care Facilities Act program (ACFA)
• Work in the Poultry Health Program
• Experience the Meat & Poultry Inspection Program (MPIP)
• Learn about the Animal Health Labs (Jefferson City and Springfield)
• Ride along with District Veterinarians
• Work extensively at the Missouri State Fair in August
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be a current college student pursuing a degree in Animal Sciences, Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Veterinary Medicine or a closely related field.  
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and be a current Freshman through Junior in college.  
• Valid Driver's License 

For questions, contact:  hr@mda.mo.gov

The Missouri Dept. of Agriculture is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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