Job Description

Job Title: Production Intern
Department: Production
Location: Versova Locations (Ohio & Iowa)
Reports To: Production Manager
Job Type: Internship (6-week program, End of May – Beginning of August)
Travel: Minimal; local site travel may be required
Compensation: Paid Internship

The Production Intern program is a six-week, paid internship designed for college juniors and seniors pursuing Industrial, Agricultural, or related degrees. Running from end of May through early August, this program offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in commercial layer operations. Interns will collaborate with employees, supervisors, and managers across multiple departments, developing industry knowledge, teamwork skills, and operational insight into large-scale egg production. This role provides exposure to both field and facility environments while contributing to Versova’s mission of excellence in flock care and food safety.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborate with various departments to understand daily operations and production processes
• Gain exposure to core functions including:
• Pullet Operations
• Layer Operations
• Processing Operations
• Compliance
• Feed Mill
• Quality Assurance
• Safety
• Warehouse
• Bird Services
• Learn and apply livestock principles and best practices in animal care and production
• Maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability in assigned tasks
• Demonstrate teamwork, adaptability, and customer service when working with diverse groups of employees

Required Qualifications

• Current college junior or senior enrolled in an Industrial, Agricultural, or related program
• Knowledge and understanding of livestock principles and applications
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8+ hours)
• Ability to work in environments with potential hazards such as dust, chemicals, and live poultry

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in livestock, agriculture, or food production environments
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated initiative and adaptability in team settings

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based across facilities including barns housing live poultry, manufacturing sites, and warehouses
• Exposure to agricultural and industrial conditions, including dust, noise, and chemicals
• While performing duties, interns may be required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands to handle or feel
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

About Us

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger – working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure

This job description is not exhaustive. Interns may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an “at-will” basis and contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.