Equestrian Program Internship Opportunities

The Augusta herd of 10 camp ponies are seeking an Equestrian Co-Director, a kind-hearted and playful human to spend a summer fostering children’s love of horses based on compassionate and confident communication. Patience and persistence is the name of the game! This role is paid and can fit learning outcomes for a variety of horse management and training internships. The Equestrian program is seasonal, however year-round work is a possibility in any role at Augusta. Give us a shout at applications@campaugusta.com or 530-265-3702 to learn more!

We are seeking:

Someone who is excited about the idea of surprising campers by transforming our horses into unicorns and taking part in the occasional bandit heist. Our horses love trail rides, spa days (also known as ‘horse care’ and ‘bubble baths’), and making sure that the humans at camp end every day with dirt-tan and hay-hair decor. Knowledge to help care for our horses’ bumps and bruises (living in a herd comes with the occasional drama) is a must, and a strong familiarity with the advantages of a curry comb is a plus. Our program includes both English and Western riding, focusing on building a strong foundation encouraging compassion, patience, soft hands, and deep breaths.

Requirements:

● Available for our full season (May 17 - August 15)

● 21 years or older by May 17th

● CHA Level 2+ certified (or able to get certified - we can help with this!) OR equivalent hours of teaching experience - Not sure if this is you? Ask us!

● Experience teaching horse care and riding lessons, both individual and group lessons (~4-5 students)

We are offering:

Augusta's equestrian program is an excellent program for someone looking to step into a coaching and barn management role who has a passion for connecting with kids and horses!

In this role, you will:

● Manage the health and wellness of a herd of 10 horses including feeding regimes and coordinating vet and farrier care as needed

● Teach 4-5 lessons daily, ranging from horse care/communication to intermediate riding lessons and trail rides

● Coordinate lesson plans with the Augusta Equestrian team

● Pair horses and campers based on experience, confidence, and personality (among many other considerations)

● Manage program budget and expenses

● Evaluate program success, identify areas for improvement, and collaborate on program development ideas

● Local, organic, and fresh-made meals are provided along with staff housing