Internship Opportunities Now Available

Savannah Station Therapeutic Riding Program in Yukon, Oklahoma, now has two internships available for College Juniors and Seniors.  
Fall Session is Sept. 1 to Dec. 9, 2022.  Spring Session is Jan. 4 to May 5, 2023.
Housing and a stipend is provided.
Applications are accepted based on postmark during the following time periods:
Fall Applications – April 1 – August 1  for the Fall Session of the same year.
Spring Applications - October 1 – November 30 for the Spring Session of the next year.
Call 580-303-2028 or email ed1@savannahstation.org for more information!

Equine Care Internship
Primary Responsibilities

• Training Feed Team volunteers with daily barn duties, such as mucking stalls, feeding, turning horses in and out from pastures, etc.
• Training class volunteers with grooming, tacking and warming up horses in the arena prior to class.
• Assist with new horse evaluation, selection and training to prepare for use in the program.
• Assist with saddle fitting, tack cleaning and organization of all equine equipment.
• Assist with veterinarian, farrier, chiropractor and other horse care appointments and basic medical care of the herd.
• Assist Facilities Manager with updating and record keeping on each horse.
• Assist with property and pasture maintenance.
• Operating large equipment such as a tractor and lawn mower.

 Qualifications

• A Semester internship opportunity for Fall Semester or Spring Semester.
• Junior/Senior level student pursuing a relevant secondary degree, such as Equine Science.
• A strong work ethic and personal character and be dependable.
• Moderate experience with horses (grooming, tacking, ground work, etc.) required.
• All interns must be qualified as a Horse Leader, completing Volunteer Orientation prior to interning.
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Able to frequently sit, stand, bend and lift up to 50 pounds, walk or jog for extended period over uneven surfaces, and physically react with agility and swiftness.

 Benefits

• Experience working with and learning leadership skills from professionals in the Equine Assisted Services Industry.
• Practical experience working with equines in an Equine Assisted Services industry.
• Practical experience managing a herd of up to 20 horses, including feeding, cleaning, training, medical care and documentation management.
• Exposure for those interested in pursuing PATH Intl. CTRI certification.

 Compensation
A stipend in the amount of $150 per month will be paid over the course of the internship.  Housing is provided.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills that may be required. Savannah Station TRP holds the right to terminate interns if requirements and responsibilities set forth in this job description are not being met or violates the volunteer policies or code of ethics.

​Program Support Internship
Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with daily administration of an Equine Assisted Services Industry program to include outreach, fundraising and special events.
• Assist with rider intake related to all program riders, including rider paperwork entry, new rider assessment, scheduling, etc.
• Assist with all aspects of class preparation including lesson planning and arena set-up.
• Support a set of riders weekly as they complete their therapeutic riding lessons.
• Horse Leader duties including grooming/tacking equine, leading the equine for the rider, maintaining safety, and supporting the rider during class time.
• Sidewalker duties include helmet fitting, aiding rider during mounting, riding, and dismounting to provide stability assistance and verbal prompts.
• Reflect with instructors following class regarding rider development and improved support strategies.

 Qualifications

• A Semester internship opportunity for Fall Semester or Spring Semester.
• Junior/Senior level student pursuing a relevant secondary degree, such as Equine Science, Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Health & Exercise Science, etc.
• A strong work ethic and personal character and be dependable.
• Proven leadership and relationship management experience.
• Some experience with horses (grooming, tacking, ground work, etc.) preferred.
• All interns must be qualified as a Horse Leader and a Sidewalker volunteer, completing Volunteer Orientation prior to interning.
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Able to frequently sit, stand, bend and lift up to 50 pounds, walk or jog for extended period over uneven surfaces, and physically react with agility and swiftness.

 Benefits

• Experience working with and learning leadership skills from professionals in the Equine Assisted Services Industry.
• Practical experience working with equines in the Equine Assisted Services industry.
• Practical experience working with a variety of client populations (adults and children with physical and cognitive disabilities, seniors with dementia, etc.).
• Exposure for those interested in pursuing PATH Intl. CTRI certification.

 Compensation
A stipend in the amount of $150 per month will be paid over the course of the internship.  Housing is provided.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills that may be required. Savannah Station TRP holds the right to terminate interns if requirements and responsibilities set forth in this job description are not being met or violates the volunteer policies or code of ethics.