Each equine major is required to complete EQM 435, a field experience/internship opportunity. This opportunity allows each student hands on experience in the equine industry, can help strengthen a resume and create a new connection in the industry. Each student is given the opportunity to search for an internship in an area that would interest them the most.
Listed are some of the internships completed by students:
Taylor Made Farm- Groom
Nicholasville, KY
Taylor Made Bloodstock Agency- Photographer/videographer
Nicholasville, KY
Makers Mark Secretariat Center- Trainer/Groom
Lexington, KY
Kentucky Horse Park – Equine Worker, Horses of the World & Draft Horse Division
Lexington, KY
Grant’s Farm Clydesdales (Anheuser-Busch)- Handler
St. Louis, MO
Lew Sterrett Ministries- Equine assistant/trainer
Anadarko, OK
CVM Mission Mongolia- Veterinarian Assistant
Mongolia
Hungarian Youth Camp- Horse Manager
Lajosmizse, Hungary
KESMARC- Veterinarian Assistant
Versailles, KY
BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Education Center- Side Walker
Harvard, IL
Crystal Peak Youth Ranch- Horse Assistant
Bend, OR
YMCA Camp- Equine Assistant Director
Brookston, IN
Meadow Lake Equestrian Center- Vaulting Instructor
Lancaster, KY
Green Tree Veterinarian Services- Veterinarian Assistant
Nicholasville, KY
Ken McNabb Horsemanship- Trainer/Groom
Cody, WY