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limited number of working students are accepted into our program each season. It is a
serious commitment and responsibility to be accepted as a working student. We look for
students who are interested in fine tuning and expanding on their riding, training, and
horsemanship skills. The working students gain valuable insight and hands-on skills and
work along side and learn from a staff of proven equine professionals. To be eligible
for the working student program, applicants must be a minimum of 12 years old, holding
appropriate grades in school, be enrolled in the High Knoll lesson program, and have
reliable transportation to and from the barn on their shift and lesson days.
This is an educational program, and Working students work in exchange for valuable
experience in the equine industry on and off the horse. Many working students are working
for references to obtain a job in the equine industry in the future, for additional riding
and horsemanship instruction outside of regular weekly lessons, and to learn all aspects
of horse management.
 Working Students also learn important skills that can
assist them in all aspects of life; working with a team, working independently,
responsibility, goal setting, time management, work ethics, focus on an objective, problem
solving, patience, leadership, and self confidence.
Working students regularly receive additional mounted instruction, as well as lessons
in horsemanship and management during their shifts. If WS are showing commitment and
attention to detail, going above and beyond, they may be rewarded with additional
benefits.
HKEC Management and various equine professionals associated with the operation of HKEC
are happy to provide references for working students who have successfully demonstrated
their proficiency in our program.
If the working student position is not what you are looking for but you would still
like to participate, please consider volunteering. Therapy Page |
