Careers in Animal Science
Department of Animal Science
1250 Anthony Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 353-9227 http://www.canr.msu.edu/dept/ans
1250 Anthony Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 353-9227 http://www.canr.msu.edu/dept/ans
Animal Science prepares students for a variety of career options in animal agriculture dealing with beef cattle, dairy cattle, horses, poultry, sheep and swine. Graduates may become employed in marketing, agribusiness, finance, manufacturing, research and public relations.
Selected companies that hire after graduation:
- Iowa Beef Processors
- Purina-Mills, Inc.
- Cargill
- National Livestock Marketing Association
- United Producers
- Dow Chemical Company
- Kellogg Company
- Michigan Farm Bureau
- Murco Foods
- Neogen
- Schering-Plough
- Spartan Stores
Sample job titles:
- Animal Scientist
- Farm Manager
- Sales Representative
- Livestock Buyer
- Food Inspector
- Youth Program Director
- Extension Agent
| Average Starting Salary: | $25,000 |
| Salary Range: | $18,000-$40,000 |