Agriculture TVET Graduate Intern Job At Grain Field Chickens Reitz

An Agriculture TVET Graduate Intern opportunity is available at Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Group, in Reitz, Free State. This internship falls under VKB Agri Processors and focuses on practical training within the integrated broiler and poultry production sector. The role supports administrative and operational functions within a professional agricultural environment. It is designed for TVET graduates who need workplace experience to complete their qualification. The closing date for applications is 20 April 2026.

Job Overview And Purpose

This internship provides structured on the job training within the poultry farming and agricultural processing environment. You will support administrative teams with daily operational tasks linked to feed management, veterinary processes, logistics, and compliance systems. The role builds practical exposure in a large scale broiler production operation. You will work under supervision while learning industry systems and procedures. The goal is to develop workplace competence in agriculture administration and farm services.

Minimum Requirements

• TVET College N4 to N6 Occupational Certificate in Poultry Farmer or equivalent NQF5 qualification
• Diploma in Agriculture Animal Production or equivalent NQF5 qualification
• Must be unemployed and require Work Integrated Learning or in service training
• Must not have participated in a previous internship or learnership program
• Must be joining an internship or graduate program for the first time
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office is essential
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and extended hours when required
• Afrikaans communication skills are beneficial due to working environment

Candidates must also be prepared to work in a structured corporate agricultural setting and follow strict operational procedures.

Internship Learning Focus

This role exposes you to multiple agricultural administration and production support systems. You will gain experience in data management, logistics coordination, and compliance tracking within poultry production.

Key areas of exposure include:

• Feed orders, feed forecasting, and invoice tracking
• Veterinary orders and medication administration records
• Logistics and procurement documentation
• Laboratory test registers and biological monitoring systems
• Hygiene control and biosecurity records
• Health declarations and compliance documentation
• Meeting coordination and reporting documentation
• Quality assurance systems including FSSC processes
• Data entry and document control systems

You will also gain exposure to systems such as Avihance, ISO Pro, and other agricultural compliance platforms used within poultry production operations.

Core Duties And Responsibilities

Daily tasks are performed under supervision and form part of structured workplace learning.

Responsibilities include:

• Processing feed invoices and outstanding invoice tracking
• Managing DOC (day old chick) orders
• Handling shaving and feed order administration
• Supporting veterinary and medication order processing
• Managing hygiene swap registers and biosecurity records
• Assisting with logistics and transport invoice administration
• Recording laboratory test results and monitoring reports
• Supporting FSSC documentation and meeting records
• Maintaining health and safety declarations
• Recording water quality, boot swab, and hygiene results
• Assisting with serology and PCR reporting systems
• Updating CID reporting and compliance documentation
• Supporting general administrative tasks as required

Accuracy and consistency are critical because agricultural operations depend on precise data tracking and compliance reporting.

Skills And Competencies Required

This internship requires strong administrative ability and attention to detail.

Essential skills:

• High level of computer literacy in MS Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with confidential information
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to meet deadlines and provide progress updates
• Willingness to learn complex agricultural systems

Advantageous skills:

• Ability to communicate in Afrikaans
• Familiarity with agricultural or poultry production environments
• Basic understanding of compliance or quality control systems

You must also demonstrate reliability, discipline, and a willingness to work in a structured production environment.

Work Environment

This internship operates within a corporate agricultural and poultry production environment. You will work in an office and farm linked setting where accuracy, biosecurity, and compliance are critical. The environment is structured and requires adherence to strict operational standards. You may be required to work overtime or weekends depending on operational demands. Team coordination and communication are essential for daily workflow.

Career Development Value

This internship provides practical exposure to large scale poultry production systems. You will develop skills in agricultural administration, compliance reporting, and operational coordination. The experience builds a strong foundation for careers in animal production, farm management, and agribusiness operations. Successful interns gain exposure to industry standard systems used in commercial agriculture. This improves employability within the broader agricultural sector.

How To Apply

Interested candidates can apply through the official VKB Group recruitment portal here: Agriculture TVET Graduate Intern