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Equine Boarding Facility Internship

Company: Lawton Stables
Location: Hilton Head Island, SC
Are you passionate about horses and looking to gain real-world experience in the equine industry? Our private equestrian boarding facility on beautiful Hilton Head Island is seeking a motivated intern who is eager to learn, work hard, and develop practical skills through hands-on experience.

This internship is ideal for college students, recent graduates, or anyone considering a career in the equine industry. Whether you're looking for a summer opportunity or a longer-term internship, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Learn

Our goal is to provide a well-rounded educational experience while working alongside experienced professionals. Interns will receive hands-on training in many aspects of equine facility management, including:

· Daily horse care and handling

· Feeding programs and nutrition

· Turnout management

· Stall cleaning and barn organization

· Equine health observation and basic first aid

· Medication administration (when appropriate)

· Farm and facility maintenance

· Hay, feed, and supply management

· Customer service and boarding operations

· General business operations of a successful boarding facility

Every day offers opportunities to build confidence, develop practical skills, and gain valuable industry experience.

Qualifications

· Currently enrolled in college or recently graduated (preferred but not required)

· Passion for horses and willingness to learn

· Positive attitude and strong work ethic

· Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

· Dependable, responsible, and able to work independently

· Previous horse experience is helpful but not required—we are happy to teach motivated individuals.

What We Offer

· Paid internship

· Shared on-site housing available for the right candidate

· Flexible internship length (short-term, seasonal, or long-term)

· Mentorship and individualized, hands-on instruction

· Experience working in a professional private boarding facility

· Beautiful Hilton Head Island location

This internship is designed to give aspiring equine professionals the opportunity to build practical skills, expand their industry knowledge, and gain experience that will prepare them for future careers in the horse industry.

To Apply

Please send your resume, a brief introduction about yourself, your equine experience (if any), and why you're interested in this internship. We welcome applicants who are enthusiastic, dependable, and excited to learn in a supportive, hands-on environment.