What are the responsibilities and job description for the •Nutrition Research Intern : 2025 Summer Internship position at The Wenger Group?
Who are we : We're a leading Northeast family-owned food, agricultural products, and agricultural services organization headquartered in Pennsylvania. We provide animal nutrition and feeds; specialty protein production, processing, and marketing; on-farm protein production services; and grain, fertilizer, and ingredient procurement.We're a stable company with strong core values, great benefits, competitive wage structure, and a safe and healthy work environment. With over 850 team members, we're a growing company in an essential sector - agriculture!Learn more here : https : / / www.thewengergroup.comWhat your day looks like : Position SummaryThe Wenger Group internships offer students a unique exposure to many facets of technology and its relationship with agriculture.The Wenger Group tailors the internship to meet both the student and company objectives for a mutually beneficial experience.The Nutrition Research Intern will provide support to research team on feed and bird handling of research trails. Travel to various mills and research farms as appropriate to the objective of the study.Primary ResponsibilitiesEnsure adherence to Wenger policies, methods, and disciplines.Gather the collection of data as determined by the Chief Nutrition OfficerProficiency in Microsoft Office programs and an interest in continued knowledge of technology as it evolvesAbility to work alone and as part of a large research teamAt least one year of related research experience preferredAssistant with the experiments alone without close guidance or supervisionExcellent communication skills in verbal and written formatsYou have a keen eye for detail and organizationAbility to work a flexible schedule including both days and nights performing research or data entryDesire to perform accurate and ethical research to achieve results for the studyAbility to negotiate and openness to learning new ways of performing researchOther duties as assigned.QualificationsIntermediate Word / Excel knowledge to manage docs with track changes, formatting, Word Forms, protected documents / sheetsAttention to detail to review approved docs for format, records content, consistency of numbering, consistency of titles within content and training sections, completion of revision historyAttention to detail in managing template contents to accurately maintain the origin, review, and version dates as well as updates to document owners and approvers. Ability to maintain a high quality of work with attention to detail while ensuring personal productivity and efficiencyStrong and effective interpersonal skills that foster open upward and downward communication built on mutual respectSelf-starter; ability to drive things to closureAble to work well both independently and in a group settingAbility to multi-task in effectively executing responsibilitiesProficient written communication skills in business correspondence and other required documents; can present numerical data effectivelyStrong oral communication skills : speaks clearly and persuasively; listens effectively; obtains clarification; conveys information and ideas in understandable terms at all levels of the organization and through proper channels; participates in meetings; responds well to questionsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaintsTakes ownership and accountability for mistakes, correct and learn from them and have the ability to progress forwardStrong planning and organizing skills : using time efficiently; adapting to changes in the work environment; managing competing demands and changing approaches or method to best fit the situationCommitment to supporting a safe cultureDemonstrates Wenger's Core ValuesPhysical RequirementsMust be able to spend extensive time using a computer and phone to meet daily job requirements.Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. repeatedly and up to 75 lbs. on occasion.Ability to climb ladders and work in high placesAbility to work in dusty conditions.Ability to stand for prolonged periods of timePosition Requirements : Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Animal Science, Agriculture or related field requiredExperience working with databases and systems, including inputting and extracting dataExposure to our experience in feed mill and / or livestock (poultry, swine, dairy) production is preferredUnderstands basic business process to read content for general understanding and grammar and make minor grammatical correctionsIn addition to our more traditional benefits, we also offer great perks and numerous resources for professional development and team building : Promotional opportunitiesRewards and recognition programsRobust onboarding and training programEmployee Discount Programs (Perks at Work)Employee referral programEncouraging and collaborative cultureWhat our benefits are : Paid Time Off, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Parental Leave, etc.Carebridge Employee Assistance ProgramFor all full-time members : MedicalDentalVisionHealth Savings Account (HSA)Medical Flexible Spending AccountDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountLife Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityPet InsuranceEach team member has the potential to earn a yearly bonus based on the achievement of company goals.The Wenger Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, state, or local laws.This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
