2027 Select Sires, Inc. Internship - Corporate Communications

About the role

Select Sires, Inc., based in Plain City, Ohio, is seeking a Corporate Communications Intern to support its mission of maximizing the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of livestock producers. This temporary, full-time, hourly, non-exempt position is located at the Plain City facility and reports to Terri Smith, Director of North America Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive representation of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission and Core Values.
• Produce Select Sires’ yearly breeding calendars.
• Write press releases and customer testimonials.
• Coordinate trade show logistics and materials.
• Assist with desktop publishing projects, including advertisements, brochures, and flyers.
• Perform clerical duties.
• Participate in photoshoots.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Work schedules and duties are subject to change to meet departmental needs.

Requirements

• Strong grammar and writing skills with a focus on details.
• Basic journalism and/or public relations knowledge.
• Experience with desktop design using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Associated Press Style knowledge is a plus.

Preferred qualifications

• Major in communications, dairy- or animal-science with a communications focus, or a related area of study.
• Familiarity with dairy cattle pedigrees.
• Students in their junior or senior year are preferred.

Physical requirements

• Seldom (0–1 hours): floor lift (0–17"), knee lift (18"–29"), waist lift (30"–36"), chest lift (37"–60"), overhead lift (>60"), push/pull or carry up to 20 lbs; climb stairs, squat/kneel, crawl, twist or bend/stoop.
• Constantly (6–8 hours): sit or stand/walk.

Commitment to employee growth and success

• Team-oriented atmosphere encouraging personal and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation packages with flexible benefits.
• Professional development through mentoring and internal and external training.
• Advancement opportunities through career planning.
• Culture driven by excellence, customer success, and high ethical standards.
• Focus on work/life balance.
• Community-oriented mindset as a major contributor to local organizations and events.