Have you checked out the new-and-improved Sport Horse Nation lately? EN’s longtime classifieds sister site recently received a big makeover to help make it the best eventers-only matchmaking service in the land. Over 225 listings are now live … check it out today!
The 9-to-5 office grind can feel like torture for people who dream of spending all day every day at the barn. From working student experiences to professional opportunities, there ARE ways to put your passion to work in the equestrian industry — it’s just a matter of finding the right fit.
Here are six positions that recently popped up on Sport Horse Nation.
ISO Assistant Groom for 5* Rider
Sharon White 5* International event rider in Washington DC area seeks qualified assistant groom to help our current team! Ideal candidate has excellent references & a commitment to excellence in horsemanship. Must be capable of working in a busy training barn with frequent travel to horse shows. Ability to drive a truck and trailer a plus. Independent, mature, energetic, pleasant personality preferred. Responsibilities include attention to detail, ability to multi task, preparing horses for competition and sales,and all basic horse care. Ability to work alone and/or as a team member is essential. Read more…
ISO Working Student in Ocala FL this winter
Who wants a job where you get paid to take your own horse to Ocala for the winter? Skip the snow and spend the winter riding cute horses in the sunshine! Looking for a fun, upbeat person to join our team for the winter in Ocala FL! What we need: A positive upbeat attitude, attention to detail, love of horses, good work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Bonus if you’re a confident rider comfortable jumping beginner novice and novice fences, as we have a slew of very cool horses to ride! Read more…
Allison Springer Eventing is in search to add an additional member to this high performance program! ASE is looking for a hard working dedicated individual to help the team full time. Our program provides opportunities for learning and growth if you are looking to forward your education on grooming, horsemanship skills, welfare and care of horses, sustaining a high-performance business, maintaining a full operational farm, trailer driving skills, and all the fundamentals of eventing … We are based in Boyce, VA from April – December and Aiken, SC from January – March. Read more…
Competition Groom at Upper Level Eventing Barn!
Plain Dealing Farm Eventing is looking for a hard working motivated individual to join our team! We’re a small, tight-knit eventing barn located in Scottsville, Virginia with two international level event riders. The right candidate should have solid knowledge of all aspects of horse care including grooming and tacking. Attention to detail is necessary as our horses are our top priority. Applicant must be capable of working in a busy training barn with frequent travel to horse shows and ability to work on weekends. Applicant must have a valid drivers license and have experience driving a truck and trailer. Prior grooming experience is preferred, but we will consider a less experienced individual with a passion for horses looking to make this their career. Pay level dependent on experience, but compensation includes weekly salary, housing, and board for one horse. Read more…
Working Student Position at Windchase Eventing
Come join the Windchase Team!Windchase Eventing has working student positions throughout the year. Train in Virginia with Phyllis Dawson, Olympian and Level V ICP certified instructor. We are looking for a long-term working student at Windchase. Receive daily lessons, full board for your horse, experience riding multiple horses, housing, and shipping to competitions, a package with a value of over $4000 per month – in return for barn work and horse care. You will be part of a top quality eventing stable, train with an Olympic rider, and learning how to run a successful business. Plenty of riding opportunities and daily instruction, and top class facilities. Plus, we have a lot of fun! Read more…
Rider/Trainer/Instructor position available at Windchase Eventing
Windchase Eventing will have an opening for a Rider/Trainer/Instructor starting in early 2025. Windchase is a top class Eventing boarding and training facility in northern Virginia owned by Olympian Phyllis Dawson. We are looking for an experienced and motivated person who is interested in a long-term position. The position entails riding and schooling the sales horses and boarders’ horses, helping with teaching the working students and clients, and working alongside Phyllis (owner) and our current Stable Manager and Windchase Staff in the general running of the business. Read more…
