About this opportunity
Gertens Family of Businesses lists this Horse and Cattle Nutrition Internship opportunity in elk river, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Ready to put your classroom knowledge to work in the field? At Spikes & Houles, no two days are the same! One day you might be out on a farm setting up a feed trial, the next creating social media content, or helping customers in our retail store. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced opportunity to gain real‑world experience in animal nutrition, farm management, and customer engagement.
Duration: May – August 2027
Schedule: Up to 40 hours/week
Location: This internship can be based from any of these Store Locations: Maple Plain, Elk River, Forest Lake, and Stillwater, MN
What You’ll Do:
Farm Gate Calls:Join sales reps on farm visits, research barns in the area, and practice your selling skills
Feed Trials:Partner with product specialists to set up and track customer feed trials
Product Research:Deepen your knowledge of feed brands, attend trainings, and become a go‑to resource
Pasture Consultations:Collect and analyze samples for soil, hay, and forage testing, then provide recommendations
Social Media Impact:Create Facebook Live videos and collaborate with marketing to boost online presence
Retail Experience:Learn store operations—cashiering, stocking, seasonal changes, and even assisting with live chick sales
Capstone Presentation:Wrap up your internship by presenting what you’ve learned and accomplished
Who We’re Looking For:
Junior or Senior pursuing Agribusiness, Veterinary Studies, Animal Sciences, or related degrees (Associate’s or Certificate programs also welcome)
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic environment
Curious, motivated, and ready to get hands‑on experience—from the retail floor to the pasture
Why Join Us?
Gain practical, real‑world experience that complements your coursework
Work alongside seasoned professionals in animal nutrition and sales
Develop versatile skills in research, sales, marketing, and consulting
Make meaningful contributions that impact customers and their animals
Benefits & Perks May Include:
Competitive wages
Flexible schedules (day, evening, weekend)
Tuition Assistance & Scholarship Opportunities
Employee discounts & referral bonus
Health & Welfare insurance
401k savings with company match
Paid Internship Program
Application Window Closes:October 18, 2026
E-Verify
Gertens Family of Businesses participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
elk river, MN, 55530, US
Who can apply
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