Working Student Program

dennyemerson_200.jpg (20289 bytes)A 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.

ws_showing_200.jpgWorking 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

Please send your letter of interest and resume to the attention of barn manager, Jess Lawler.

   

 

 

 

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