Talon Internship Program
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American Angus Association
Saint Joseph, MO, US
Summary
Interns will assist host breeders with daily ranch operations, including cattle care, veterinary tasks, and infrastructure maintenance. They will also participate in educational events and industry conferences to gain a deeper understanding of the beef cattle sector.
Job Description
The Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program Internship is a valuable learning experience for both interns and host ranches. Through this program, interns get the chance to gain more knowledge of the beef industry encouraging them to join the industry in the future. Angus breeders host and mentor an intern who learns the ropes of their beef cattle operation.
The Talon Internship program is a phenomenal opportunity for youth to learn firsthand about managing and operating day-to-day life on a ranch, and, in turn, participating host ranches get the opportunity to have a hand in mentoring the next generation.
College sophomores, juniors and seniors, along with graduate students, under the age of 25 majoring in an agricultural related field of study will be eligible to serve in this internship.
Host breeders will get the opportunity to teach a young enthusiast different roles in the Angus industry. Internship duties, depending on the host breeder’s program, for example, may include tasks that range from helping prepare show cattle, artificial insemination, pregnancy checking, veterinary tasks, as well as fence maintenance, irrigation and more. Interns have the opportunity to participate in other Angus and beef cattle educational events and activities off the farm such as conferences, field days, etc.
Please upload a resume, cover letter and three references in the attachment fields by November 18, 2026.
As the nation’s largest beef breed organization, the American Angus Association serves more than 21,000 members across the United States and Canada. The Association provides programs, resources and leadership that improve and promote the Angus breed, enhance the livelihoods of family farmers and ranchers, and exceed consumers’ expectations.
The American Angus Association is more than just a membership organization. We are independent cattlemen and women who will collectively lead the beef industry into the future.
We have over 140 years of rich history and heritage, but we’re not willing to rest just yet.
Together, we are improving the Angus breed and therefore, the profitability of the commercial cattlemen who trust us with their livelihoods.
Founded
1883
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Ranching
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Saint Joseph, Missouri
As the nation’s largest beef breed organization, the American Angus Association serves more than 21,000 members across the United States and Canada. The Association provides programs, resources and leadership that improve and promote the Angus breed, enhance the livelihoods of family farmers and ranchers, and exceed consumers’ expectations.
The American Angus Association is more than just a membership organization. We are independent cattlemen and women who will collectively lead the beef industry into the future.
We have over 140 years of rich history and heritage, but we’re not willing to rest just yet.
Together, we are improving the Angus breed and therefore, the profitability of the commercial cattlemen who trust us with their livelihoods.
Founded
1883
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Ranching
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Saint Joseph, Missouri
