Internship

At Pillen Family Farms/DNA Genetics, we're always looking for great people to join our dynamic team - and that includes internship positions! We're a family-owned, family-focused business that takes great care in everything we do, from raising highly productive pigs to fostering team member development.

We specialize in all aspects of producing quality pork for the world's table which includes our genetic program (DNA Genetics), commercial production (Pillen Family Farms) all the way through final processing (Wholestone Foods).

Internship Details:

Our internship program provides an in-depth, immersive experience into all areas of our business, from pig care to promoting our genetic program to customers. Each internship is well crafted to provide students of all majors and career goals with quality professional experiences. We have seven unique opportunities available for students which range in scope and location. The seven internship positions include:

Agronomy

Commercial Pig Production

DNA Genetics Nucleus

Marketing and Communications

Mechanics

Milling

Research

Veterinary

Through these internships, students may gain skills and experiences in basic agronomic principles, large scale pig production, swine genetic programs, strategic messaging with internal and external audiences, mechanical repair, feed ration development and cutting-edge research.

Timeline:

These internships will occur during the summer months of 2027, but there is also an opportunity for an intern experience during winter/midterm break.

Qualifications:

Depending on the internship desired, students pursuing two, four-year or graduate level degrees in fields related to agriculture, animal science, marketing and communications and auto mechanics.

• See individual descriptions (at pillenfamilyfarms.com/internships) for required level of experiences and GPA.
• Passionate about teamwork, accountability and has the desire to learn and understand the company's operation system
• Team player and ability to work with others

Benefits:

• Paid internship
• Housing if needed
• Mileage reimbursement available
• Tuition assistance program
• Weekly opportunity to engage with all leadership
• Experiences with other interns
• Social events

Deadline: October 31, 2026