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Pillen Family Farms

Internship

Columbus, NE · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

... Farms) all the way through final processing (Wholestone Foods). Internship Details : Our internship program provides an in-depth, immersive experience into all areas of our business, from pig care to ...

Pillen Family Farms

Internship

Columbus, NE · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

... Farms) all the way through final processing (Wholestone Foods). Internship Details : Our internship program provides an in-depth, immersive experience into all areas of our business, from pig care to ...

Uasys

Research Specialist/Farm technician

Pine Bluff, AR · On-site

$39K/yr

You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S ... pig fattening and weaning units, rabbit hutches, and poultry facility. This individual will also ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship pig farm in the United States is $17.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Pig Farm vs Internship Swine Technician?

AspectInternship Pig FarmInternship Swine Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some farms prefer related courseworkHigh school diploma; some positions may require coursework in animal science
Work EnvironmentFarm settings with outdoor and indoor pig housingFarm or research facility environments focused on pig care and management
Industry UsageCommonly used in agricultural and farming sectorsUsed in both commercial farms and research institutions

Internship Pig Farm and Internship Swine Technician roles both involve working with pigs in farm settings. The main difference lies in focus: internships on pig farms often provide broader exposure to farm operations, while swine technician internships tend to emphasize technical skills in pig health and management. Both roles are suitable for those interested in animal husbandry and agriculture careers.

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Infographic showing various Internship Pig Farm job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% Internship, 58% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,171 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Internship

Pillen Family Farms

Columbus, NE • On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Pillen Family Farms rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 66 rated farming

Job description

At Pillen Family Farms/DNA Genetics, we're always looking for great people to join our dynamic team - and that includes internship positions! We're a family-owned, family-focused business that takes great care in everything we do, from raising highly productive pigs to fostering team member development.
We specialize in all aspects of producing quality pork for the world's table which includes our genetic program (DNA Genetics), commercial production (Pillen Family Farms) all the way through final processing (Wholestone Foods).
Internship Details:
Our internship program provides an in-depth, immersive experience into all areas of our business, from pig care to promoting our genetic program to customers. Each internship is well crafted to provide students of all majors and career goals with quality professional experiences. We have seven unique opportunities available for students which range in scope and location. The seven internship positions include:
Agronomy
Commercial Pig Production
DNA Genetics Nucleus
Marketing and Communications
Mechanics
Milling
Research
Veterinary
Through these internships, students may gain skills and experiences in basic agronomic principles, large scale pig production, swine genetic programs, strategic messaging with internal and external audiences, mechanical repair, feed ration development and cutting-edge research.
Timeline:
These internships will occur during the summer months of 2027, but there is also an opportunity for an intern experience during winter/midterm break.
Qualifications:
Depending on the internship desired, students pursuing two, four-year or graduate level degrees in fields related to agriculture, animal science, marketing and communications and auto mechanics.
  • See individual descriptions (at pillenfamilyfarms.com/internships) for required level of experiences and GPA.
  • Passionate about teamwork, accountability and has the desire to learn and understand the company's operation system
  • Team player and ability to work with others

Benefits:
  • Paid internship
  • Housing if needed
  • Mileage reimbursement available
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Weekly opportunity to engage with all leadership
  • Experiences with other interns
  • Social events

Deadline: October 31, 2026

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