JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS

DEADLINE -  February 15, 2021

Position Description

The MU-ARTSS program is structured into a week-long didactic program providing an intensive introduction to alcohol research followed by an 8-week research internship in the lab. The program is set up to provide an independent learning experience and offer the intern an opportunity to get a sense of a ‘grad school’ working environment.

Requirements

• Applicants ideally must have completed 2 years of undergraduate work
• Must have a B average or better in all coursework 

Duration & Compensation

Pay Rate: $3,800 stipend

Start Date: June 2, 2021

End Date: July 30, 2021

Application Process

• Complete and upload application on website
• 2 Letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with academic potential and performance 
• Submit unofficial academic transcript from current institution, name and GPA must be included
• Resume, please indicate the type of research you are interested in

Application Tips

• You will be evaluated based on academic performance, recommendations, and overall depth of academic coursework to date

Additional Information 

• Travel expenses are not paid for by MU

• The university will provide room and board
• Interns will receive 1 hour of academic credit (course title: Special Problems in Psychology, Psych 2950) from the University of Missouri 

DEADLINE -  October 31, 2019

About

The Kentucky Equine Management Internship (KEMI) program is dedicated to improving the opportunities for college students wishing to pursue a career in the field of equine management. KEMI offers a comprehensive educational experience for students enrolled for academic credit through a sponsoring college or university, or for recent graduates of such institutions.

Position Description

Through the internship, students integrate academic studies with practical experience, leadership and responsibility as a contributing participant on a Central Kentucky horse farm. Aside from farm commitments, students are introduced into a network of equine professionals representing multifaceted careers in the equine profession. During the first week of the course, students participate in Orientation activities as a group. After the first week, students are employed full-time by participating farms where they become familiar with the day-to-day management of horses on commercial thoroughbred farms.

Requirements

• Completed atleast 2 years of college curriculum with a minimum GPA of 2.0
• Previous hands-on experience in the equine industry
• A strong work ethic and personal character and be dependable 

Duration & Compensation

Pay Rate:  N/A 

Start Date: January 6, 2020

End Date: June 5, 2020

Days Off: N/A

Application Process

What To Send

• Online application
• Original Official Transcripts 
• 3 Letters of Recommendations
• Application Fee ($35)

Additional Information 

• Letters must be written on letterhead and/or have the appropriate contact information(authors name, company or business, mailing address, phone number, and email address) MUST BE SIGNED
• These letters must be the ORIGINAL letter, they should be specifically written for the applicant for this internship
• Letters of Recommendation cannot arrive seperately from the application form and cannot be emailed 
• Letters must include the authors credential(why they are an appropriate person to submit a letter on behalf on the applicant) and the authors relationship to the applicant
• Letters should address the applicants suitability for the internship including academic achievement, personal character, and horse-handling experience.
• Do not staple papers together, paperclips are acceptable
• Do not submit application in a folder/binder
• All applicants will receive an email when applicatio has arrived and been processed