Weekend Animal Relocation Jobs in Provo, UT (NOW HIRING)

Elberta Valley Ag is now offering Ranch Internships, based at the dairy operation!
Summary:
The Ranch Internship provides hands-on experience in livestock care, seasonal cattle operations, and ranch maintenance. Interns will work alongside experienced crew members to support daily operations, gain exposure to cross-functional departments, and develop foundational skills in production agriculture. This opportunity is ideal for individuals pursuing a career in an agriculture field (i.e. production agriculture/animal science) and looking to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world ranch setting.
Responsibilities:

• Participate in seasonal cattle operations, including calving, branding, breeding, weaning, and shipping.
• Assist with livestock care such as doctoring, feeding, and monitoring cattle health.
• Support herd rotation, fencing setup, and water system maintenance.
• Perform general ranch maintenance including fence repair, equipment checks, and facility upkeep.
• Attend planning meetings and contribute to daily crew operations.
• Engage actively in learning opportunities by asking questions and taking initiative.
• Gain exposure to finance, wildlife, and other departments that contribute to ranch success.
• Learn and follow ranch values, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
• Uphold a best-in-class safety culture in all tasks and interactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Available to work 3-to-4-month internship beginning in January, May, or August of each year.
• Prior cattle and horseback experience preferred; strong interest production agriculture required.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or coursework in Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Range Management, Equine Studies, or a related field.
• Experience through FFA, 4-H, or family farm/ranch work is beneficial.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of outdoor, hands-on ranch work.
• Reliable transportation to and from the internship site; relocation stipend provided, daily transport is intern's responsibility.
• Eligibility for a completion bonus based on fulfilling internship requirements and maintaining clean living quarters.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* The physical demands below describe what is generally required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.• Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, and/or move materials, supplies, or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.• Push, pull, and drag up to 200 pounds.• Perform work that involves standing, squatting, sitting, walking, leaning, bending, and riding for 8-12 hours per day, including time in both field and office environments.• Frequently engage in physical activities such as reaching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, pushing, and pulling, particularly during animal handling and equipment operation or maintenance.• Demonstrate manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required to safely handle livestock, tools, ropes, restraints, and equipment.• Frequently grasp, hold, and manipulate tools and animal handling equipment.• Effectively communicate in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings, in person, by phone, and using electronic devices as required. • Be able to see and hear well enough to monitor livestock condition, identify signs of illness or distress, and respond to safety warnings and environmental hazards.• Assist with and/or perform routine animal husbandry procedures, following established protocols and training, which may include vaccinations, ear tagging, branding, dehorning, castration, blood sampling, and euthanasia.
* The work environment below describes conditions the employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when appropriate.• Work is performed in outdoor environments with regular exposure to varying weather conditions, seasonal changes, and fluctuating temperatures, as well as work during different times of day and night. • Routine use of standard office equipment and electronic systems, including computers, phones, and other devices for communication, planning, recordkeeping, and reporting.• Regular exposure to dust, animal dander, manure, and other agricultural environmental elements.• Noise levels may range from moderate to loud, depending on livestock activity, equipment operation, and job tasks being performed.• Frequent interaction with large animals and potentially hazardous machinery and equipment, requiring constant attention to safety practices and procedures.• Work schedules may vary based on operational needs and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc is not sponsoring visas at this time. AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted. Compensation offered correlates to the current student classification or graduation status.
Additional Benefits may also include: Medical Insurance coverage, Relocation Assistance, Temporary housing