The U.S. Poultry & Egg Harold E. Ford Foundation (USPOULTRY Foundation) in partnership with the Poultry Science Association Foundation (PSA Foundation) are pleased to announce the Ph.D. and Vet Student Career Fair which will be held during the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), scheduled for Jan. 28 – 30, 2025, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. The Career Fair will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 28, from 8 – 11:30 a.m. in Room B-402 in unison with the International Poultry Scientific Forum (IPSF). This distinctive program is tailored to better support U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) member companies and allied suppliers, focusing on technology-driven sectors such as genetics, health, pharmaceuticals and nutrition. It specifically targets post-doctoral researchers, early-stage Ph.D. students and veterinary students.
USPOULTRY, through the USPOULTRY Foundation, also hosts a renowned College Student Career Program during IPPE. This program offers key opportunities, including interviews with member companies and exhibitors for summer internships and entry-level positions in the poultry production, processing and allied supplier industries. These opportunities are specifically designed for B.S. and M.S. students seeking employment. Additionally, the PSA Association provides a career program focused on academic opportunities for graduate students (M.S. and Ph.D.) via the PSA website. This initiative is supported by the PSA Hatchery, a graduate student organization, and the PSA Foundation. The PSA Foundation backs the program through the Giesen Internship Program for aspiring graduate students, in partnership with industry collaborators, along with endowed undergraduate scholarships and M.S. and Ph.D. fellowships funded by donors through grants and endowments.
“We are pleased to again offer the Ph.D. and Vet Student Career Fair at IPPE 2025 allowing companies to connect with talented individuals who can contribute to the next generation of scientific leadership. This is an excellent service that our two organizations can offer to the poultry and allied industries, especially those with needs in genetics, health, pharmaceuticals and nutrition. Moreover, this opportunity is available in one centralized location, in collaboration with the IPSF, providing a convenient benefit for both students and industry companies,” said Jarod Morrison, Farbest Foods, and USPOULTRY Foundation chair.
Each participating company will receive a table and two chairs. Companies are encouraged to bring literature, pop-up banners and/or other company information to give to prospective candidates. The deadline for companies to sign up is Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, and there is no cost to sign up. There is also no cost for students to participate.
For more information on the program and to sign up, go to https://www.ippexpo.org/education-programs/vet-student-career-fair/. For further information or inquiries, contact LaShundra Littles or Barbara Jenkins.
