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Internships!
Choose from 4 great internships!
 Pedigree
 Marketing & Communications
 National Junior Swine Association
 Field Staff
• Full-time positions
• Mid-May through mid-August
• Weekly stipend, travel expenses covered
APPLICATION
December 1
DEADLINE
Our time here at
NSR has truly been
remarkable. We
feel privileged to have had
the opportunity to work with
some of the most talented
professionals in the industry.
– 2012 NSR Interns
internship #1
 Pedigree
Record purebred swine and assist with genetic programs and show facilitation.
DESCRIPTION: If you are interested in the purebred registration process and recording of
swine pedigrees, this is your chance to get hands-on experience behind the scenes at NSR.
The NSR Pedigree Department Internship offers the opportunity to participate in and learn
to register litters, process show entries, search and deliver pedigrees, transfer pedigrees,
provide customer service and complete various data handling processes associated with
a purebred livestock records system. This internship will also provide exposure to DNA
testing and coding and STAGES™ data entry, as well as assistance with data entry and
recordkeeping at NSR shows.
APPLICATION
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Some travel will be required, including to the World Pork Expo in
Des Moines, Iowa, and the NSR Summer Spectacular in Louisville, Ky.
Robin Lucas
Administrative Assistant
National Swine Registry
2639 Yeager Road
West Lafayette, IN 47906
765.463.3594
robin@nationalswine.com
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants should be college sophomores, juniors or seniors majoring in
animal science, ag business, ag economics, ag management and/or a related
field of study. Applicants should be hardworking, self-motivated and detailoriented. Applicants should have a strong working knowledge of all Microsoft
Office programs and must be skilled at typing and 10-key entry.
Interested individuals should e-mail the
following to robin@nationalswine.com
•cover letter /résumé
•three references
CONTACT
I’m extremely fortunate to have had the opportunity to work for NSR. While I was employed in the Pedigree Department, I met breeders from
across the country, become familiar with popular swine genetics and ultimately built friendships within the industry that will last a lifetime. The
connections I developed have proven to be a great benefit while pursuing a career in the livestock industry. Currently, I’m earning a master’s
degree in agriculture communications while working for a livestock marketing company, Rural Route Creations. Due to my time with the NSR, I’m
more familiar with the breeders, exhibitors and even the judges I meet in the ring while covering shows and sales.
I encourage all youth to obtain an internship at some point in their life. Not only do the networking and opportunities provided add to your résumé, but the
level of maturity you gain from holding a job of this caliber is irreplaceable.
– Katie Powers, 2012 Pedigree Intern, Currently at Oklahoma State University pursuing a master’s degree in agricultural communications
internship #2
 Marketing & Communications
Communicate information and promote ideas to NSR members and the public.
DESCRIPTION: A great opportunity to spend the summer working
in the purebred swine industry while learning new skills and
expanding your marketing and communications portfolio!
The NSR Marketing & Communications Internship provides the opportunity to work with
the M&C team to customize an internship program that will focus on the skills needed to
build an individual’s professional portfolio. These opportunities include feature writing
for Seedstock EDGE, advertisement design and page layout, magazine production, online
content development, photography, social media development, live show coverage and
more!
APPLICATION
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Some travel will be required, including to the World Pork Expo in
Des Moines, Iowa, and the NSR Summer Spectacular in Louisville, Ky.
CONTACT
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be college juniors, seniors or graduate
students in agricultural communications, journalism, public relations, ag marketing
or other related fields. Experience in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop,
in addition to Associated Press style and basic journalism/design coursework
is required. Must be a team player, hard-working and deadline-driven.
Interested individuals should e-mail the
following to jen@nationalswine.com
•cover letter/résumé
•three writing samples
•transcript showing coursework
•three references
Jen Gillespie
Director of Marketing & Communications
National Swine Registry
2639 Yeager Road
West Lafayette, IN 47906
765.463.3594
jen@nationalswine.com
The Marketing and Communications internship at National Swine Registry provided me with many opportunities to grow as a professional each and
every day. The projects I worked on gave me real-world experience in agricultural communications and countless opportunities to meet people
across the swine industry. My experience exposed me to a different side of communications and helped me to develop confidence in my abilities.
The skills I developed have put me ahead of my peers in the classroom and allowed me to step up and make meaningful contributions in my
current internship. None of this would have been possible without a staff that allowed me to try new ideas, make my own mistakes and provided support along
the way.
– Taylor Fritsch, 2012 Marketing & Communications Intern, Currently a junior at the University of Wisconsin – Madison, studying life sciences communication
I had a handful of jobs throughout college, but my summer internship as the National Swine Registry NSR Marketing & Communications Intern
was by far the most rewarding and memorable. Unlike many internships that require you to focus on one project, NSR allowed me to tailor my
experience. I wrote and edited articles for Seedstock EDGE, designed ads and traveled to two national swine shows to take photos and cover the
events via news releases and website updates. I left that summer with a handful of pieces to add to my professional portfolio and confirmation that
I had chosen the right career path. I would encourage any student who has an interest in agricultural communications and the livestock industry to apply for
the NSR Marketing & Communications Internship.
– Megan Sheridan, 2004 Marketing & Communications Intern, Currently working as the Marketing Director for the Purdue University Center for Food and
Agricultural Business
internship #3
 National Junior Swine Association
Serve and help develop youth interested in the purebred swine industry.
DESCRIPTION: Do you love the purebred swine industry? Have a passion
for working with youth? Enjoy facilitating programs and planning events?
Then the National Junior Swine Association Internship is meant for you!
The NJSA Internship will provide experience in planning and executing shows and events
of NJSA, the nation’s largest youth livestock organization. The selected candidate will have
the opportunity to assist NJSA staff with planning the World Pork Expo Junior National and
the NSR Summer Spectacular, as well as help lead the NJSA board of directors, write Youth
Spotlight highlights and facilitate web updates. This internship provides experience in event
planning, communications, youth leadership and livestock show production.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Some travel will be required, including to the World Pork Expo in
Des Moines, Iowa, and the NSR Summer Spectacular in Louisville, Ky.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be college sophomores, juniors or seniors
majoring in agricultural education, agricultural communications, animal science, ag
business and/or a related field of study. Applicants should be hardworking and selfmotivated, detail-oriented, innovative and work well with the general public and youth.
Applicants should have a strong working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs.
APPLICATION
Interested individuals should e-mail the
following to cally@nationalswine.com
•cover letter/résumé
•three references
CONTACT
Cally Hass
Director of Junior Activities
National Swine Registry
2639 Yeager Road
West Lafayette, IN 47906
765.463.3594
cally@nationalswine.com
Through my internship with NJSA, I learned more than the process of planning a national junior livestock event and working at a swine show.
I learned that it’s not about the pigs – it’s about the people. Without the people, we would not have this great organization. Throughout my
internship, I met numerous people who took me under their wing and taught me about so much more than pigs. That is something I will take with
me throughout my career and my life.
– Ali Harwell, 2012 NJSA Intern, Currently a senior at Michigan State University, studying agricultural education
I grew up on our family farm and always had a passion for raising pigs and the swine industry, so when the NJSA internship opportunity came
along, I knew it would be something that would benefit my future career as a pork producer. Through my internship I was able to travel, help plan
and execute events, meet numerous industry professionals and work with youth who were passionate about the pork industry. The NJSA internship
experience certainly strengthened my leadership role as a pork producer.
– Rachelle Bailey, 2004 NJSA Intern, Currently the manager of Golden State Genetics in Turlock, California
internship #4
 Field Staff
Provide a link between swine breeders, members and the NSR staff.
DESCRIPTION: A terrific opportunity to learn about purebred swine breeding operations
and pedigreed show facilitation while developing contacts within the swine industry!
The NSR Field Staff Internship provides on-the-road experience traveling the country
with full-time NSR Field Reps, and opportunities to both learn from and contribute to
field activities. Responsibilities include visiting purebred swine farms and A.I. boar studs;
assisting at NSR-sponsored events including the World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa, and
the NSR Summer Spectacular in Louisville, Ky.; assisting at state fairs across the Midwest;
and other field staff duties as assigned.
APPLICATION
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Extensive travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Brian Arnold
V.P. of Member Outreach & Youth Development
National Swine Registry
2639 Yeager Road
West Lafayette, IN 47906
765.463.3594
arnold@nationalswine.com
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be college sophomores, juniors or seniors
majoring in animal science and/or a related field of study, with a strong interest in
a swine industry career. Must be hard working and excel in time management and
organization, as well as have strong interpersonal and networking skills and a professional
demeanor. Additionally, candidates must have experience and skill evaluating swine.
Interested individuals should e-mail the
following to arnold@nationalswine.com
•cover letter/résumé
•three references
CONTACT
In an effort to make things simple, my experience with NSR as the 2012 Field Staff Intern was life changing and has modified me in ways that will
only help solidify success that is to come. The knowledge, skills, relationships and insight I gained are unparalleled by any other experience in
my lifetime. I can tell you that my future endeavors will be saturated by the swine industry and having the opportunity to fortify my skill set with
industry experience will give me that competitive edge when applying for future opportunities!
– Corey Carpenter, 2012 Field Staff Intern, Currently a senior at California State University – Chico, studying animal science
Little did I know that the summer of 2009 would change my life forever. My time as a Field Staff Intern for the National Swine Registry did just
that. It allowed me the opportunity to meet and visit with the greatest people in the swine industry. Most importantly, I was able to learn from
each and every one of them. Not only that, it created networking opportunities for future careers and friendships, both personal and professional.
My knowledge and passion for the purebred swine industry grew immensely during my time in West Lafayette. I would recommend anyone with a
passion for animal agriculture apply for this position.
– Ben Schmaling, 2009 Field Staff Intern, Currently lives in Ogden, Iowa, and works as a swine husbandry educator for Pfizer Animal Health
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APPLICATION
December 1
DEADLINE
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