“The program is not a camp. My job is to provide an


intensive equestrian


education, not a fun time. Spoiled, grumpy people need not apply.”


levels of eventing while under her tutelage. Sue says, “Every person who’s come through


our program is still involved in the horse world in some way, and we are glad that they’ve had a positive experience. We’re not rich and we never will be; but we’re happy. Our working student program is 24/7. We expect them to feel like it’s their farm too so they want to be responsible. We try to run it like one big family, not like I’m the boss.” Obviously there are many ways to reach the


Dorothy Crowell and Radio Flyer at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event in 2008. Photo © Amber Heintzberger


go on to be the assistant trainer at a dressage barn. She had plans to go on to law school but realized working here that she could go in the horse business.” Dorothy says that her only prerequisite for a working


student is that they have an open, friendly, motivated mind. “The purpose of our working student program is to improve your horsemanship in the saddle and on the ground. Equine addiction is mandatory!” She stresses, “The program is not a camp. My job is to provide an intensive equestrian education, not a fun time. Spoiled, grumpy people need not apply. As much as possible, I try to keep both the horses and riders content with their progression.” Beth says that she likes a working student who is eager to


learn and really tries to fit into her world, so that she doesn’t have to accommodate them too much. “The biggest reward is when you see someone get really engaged with your program and profit from it,” she says. “It’s been very rewarding working with Eliza because she believed in me and what I said and it worked. It’s nice to see the fruition of your system with one person: she’s become a well-rounded horse person who learned how to do different things.” Eliza Culbertson is Beth’s ongoing working student who achieved her “A” Pony Club rating while working with Beth and has moved up the


top level of equestrian sport or to work in the horse industry, and learning from someone who has “been there and done that” is an ideal way to learn the ropes. As long as you are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get a little dirty, you can learn a lot and even have


fun in the process. There are numerous ways to work out a mutually beneficial agreement, so it is worth looking around for a working student position that fits your personality and expectations and will help you meet your goals. As Alex Robinson suggests, “Only take a working student position if you’re willing to work your tail off!”


THE INTERNET is a great resource for finding employment with horses. Many professionals list opportunities on their own websites, or there are sites dedicated to listing job opportunities such as:


www.equistaff.com www.yardandgroom.com www.horsejobs.ca (Canadian employers) www.horsejobsonline.com


Also check the employment sections of the


general equine websites such as chronofhorse.com, equine.com and equinenow.com.


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