ABS Sustainability Intern

Are you passionate about sustainability, agriculture, and making a global impact? ABS Global, a Genus Company, is seeking a Sustainability Intern to support its newly created Sustainability function. This 12‑week summer internship (40 hours/week) can be based in De Forest, WI or remote (U.S.-based). The role is hybrid, with office and remote work options, and offers flexible hours to accommodate global collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online research to create a repository of background information on key sustainability topics in livestock production.
• Develop fact sheets for internal stakeholders on environmental impact, human nutrition, rural economies, and culture.
• Build impactful presentations to communicate ABS’s sustainability message.
• Evaluate and organize sustainability attitudes and messaging from ABS markets globally.
• Collaborate with the Sustainability Marketing team to support content creation and identify effective communication channels.
• Uphold the Genus core values, mission, and vision.
• Be flexible with work responsibilities, which may occasionally fall outside normal business hours.
• Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications (required):

• Current undergraduate or MS student in Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Science, Climate Science, Sustainability, Food Systems, Marketing, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Available for 12 weeks during the summer.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in sustainability, conservation, or food systems.
• Experience conducting independent research and building presentations.
• Background in agriculture or understanding of cattle production (a plus, not required).
• Effective communication and strong attention to detail.
• Team‑oriented and adaptable.
• Fluent in English.

Business Overview

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer, a global FTSE 250 company headquartered in the UK and listed on the London Stock Exchange. With a presence in over 70 countries and a workforce of more than 3,000 employees, Genus leads in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world. The company’s vision is to pioneer animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world, guided by values of collaboration, customer value, purposeful innovation, and continuous improvement.

Benefits Overview

Internships at Genus are not eligible for the full benefits package, but they are paid internships with competitive compensation. Interns may receive a relocation stipend, housing recommendations, and two all‑expenses‑paid trips to the company headquarters (Madison, WI area) for North American Internship program engagement. High‑performing interns are often considered for permanent positions after the internship.

Pay

The hourly compensation range for this position is $18 – $22 USD, based on experience, location, education, and key skills.

Schedule

This summer internship requires a 12‑week commitment at 40 hours per week, with flexible hours to support global collaboration. The role is hybrid, offering both office‑based and remote work for U.S.-based candidates.