Roles and responsibilities
The selected intern will need to be able to work in diverse field and farm settings to assist with on-farm data collection. This will include visiting farms during forage harvest and working in barns to collect samples of bedding from animal stalls. Microsoft Office knowledge (specifically Word and Excel) will be utilized to organize data and develop reports and educational materials. Schedule will generally follow regular business hours but make require some early start times or evening hours to attend extension events. Effectively communicate with project mentors and external stakeholders to manage time, achieve project goals and communicate outcomes. A successful intern will be self-motivated and able to work in team environments.
Qualifications and previous coursework
This opportunity is available to non-graduating students in Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
- Ability to work in on-farm settings
- Animal Science, Agricultural Science and related science coursework will be helpful but there is no minimum requirement
- A valid driver's license and transportation is required as there will be local and statewide travel
Learning outcomes
- The student will gain skills in on-farm research data collection and communicating science to agricultural stakeholders through written materials such as factsheets and extension articles.
- Project work will facilitate learning of the circular approach to managing nutrients in a dairy system and provide exposure to a number of career opportunities related to dairy production, agri-service and extension.
- The student will have the opportunity to develop and present a poster through the Cornell Animal Science Internship Program.
