Equine Barn Intern — Paid, Housing & Meals

Victory Junction, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 6,100 - 7,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

Victory Junction, Inc. in the United States invites motivated students to join a year‑round equine care internship. Under the Barn Director, you will gain hands‑on experience with barn chores, grooming, tacking, and daily animal care while supporting therapeutic riding and animal interactions.

The internship includes housing and meals, a Friday–Tuesday schedule with Wednesdays and Thursdays off, and a $150 weekly stipend. Academic credit may be available depending on your college requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous barn or equine experience preferred.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Demonstrated basic horsemanship skills, including grooming, tacking, and safe animal handling.
• Strong willingness to learn and accept constructive feedback.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Assist full-time barn staff with daily operations, including barn cleaning, feeding, grooming, tacking, and general animal care.
• Support barn programming by leading horses, serving as a side walker during therapeutic riding sessions, and assisting with petting zoo activities.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment for campers, staff, volunteers, and animals.
• Follow written and verbal multi-step instructions independently and accurately.
• Ensure compliance with all camp policies, procedures, and barn safety regulations.
• Promote the safety and well-being of campers, participants, staff, volunteers, and animals at all times.
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in the Barn Manual.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Barn Director.

Skills

Equine experience

Child experience

Horsemanship basics

Willingness to learn

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Victory Junction, Inc. in the United States invites motivated students to join a year‑round equine care internship. Under the Barn Director, you will gain hands‑on experience with barn chores, grooming, tacking, and daily animal care while supporting therapeutic riding and animal interactions.

The internship includes housing and meals, a Friday–Tuesday schedule with Wednesdays and Thursdays off, and a $150 weekly stipend. Academic credit may be available depending on your college requirements.