Internship at Lanes End Oak Tree Division (2026-01 – Present)
- Monitored health and wellbeing of mares throughout gestation and foaling periods to ensure optimal care.
- Grooming, exercising, and conducting in-hand walking sessions.
- Conducted routine stable management duties such as cleaning stalls, feeding horses, and managing turnout schedules.
- Supported breeding operations by assisting in record-keeping and ensuring compliance with stud farm regulations.
- Engaged in hands-on experience with breeding schedules and mare fertility monitoring.
- Maintained accurate breeding and veterinary records to support stud farm operational efficiency.
Student, Internship & Volunteer at Summerhill Equestrian (2025-01 – 2025-12)
- Assisted in the preparation of yearlings for sale, ensuring optimal presentation and health.
- Conducted in-hand walking sessions to familiarise yearlings with handling and enhance their appeal to potential buyers.
- Responsible for grooming, prepping, and exercising yearlings, maintaining high standards of care and readiness for sale.
- Performed everyday stable work duties, including cleaning stalls, feeding, and ensuring sufficient hydration of horses.
- Recognised signs of unsoundness in horses and communicated concerns to management for further assessment.
- Managed horse turnout and daily handling, ensuring that each horse was wellcared for and comfortable.
- Assisted in live covering and artificial insemination (AI) processes, gaining hands-on experience in equine reproduction techniques.
- Provided care and monitoring of mares throughout gestation, ensuring their health and wellbeing during this critical period.
- Supported the breeding process and assisted with foaling down, learning key aspects of neonatal care for newborn foals.
- Researched optimal stable yard designs for functionality and safety in equine management.
- Studied body scoring systems to evaluate horse condition and inform health management.
- Investigated hoof anatomy and care, focusing on maintaining hoof health and preventing disorders.
- Analysed exercise routines and stress management techniques for yearlings.
- Reviewed nutrition and supplement strategies for sale preparation.
- Developed budgets and marketing strategies, incorporating insights on domestic and international sires.
Student, Internship & Volunteer at Bronkhorst Racing & Racing Equine Vets (2024-01 – 2024-12)
- Assisted in performing gelding operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and providing post-operative care to promote recovery and well-being of animals.
- Supported veterinarians in administering treatments and diagnostics, maintaining accurate medical records, and ensuring a clean and organised clinical environment.
- Administered intravenous injections, demonstrating proficiency in handling various types of medications and ensuring correct dosage and technique.
- Conducted joint and muscle therapy sessions, utilising techniques to improve mobility and reduce pain, while monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
Student, Internship & Volunteer at Matchett Racing (2023-01 – 2023-12)
Volunteered at Matchett Racing Yard during the school holidays and over the weekends. Worked closely with the trainer Mr Paul Matchett and Assistant trainer Miss Sarah-Jane Clarke along with their head grooms.
- Assisted the yard with grooming for race days, saddling horses for training, monitoring horse temperatures, assisting with feed times and general stable work.
- Learned about different horse breeds, training techniques, and health care practices through hands-on experience.
- Collaborated with other volunteers and staff to support equine therapy programs, enhancing my understanding of horse-human interactions.
Student, Internship & Volunteer at Bronkhorst Racing (2022-01 – 2022-12)
- Assisted in the preparation and presentation of yearlings for sale, including grooming, exercising, and in-hand walking to enhance their appeal.
- Performed daily stable management tasks such as cleaning stalls, feeding, and monitoring hydration to maintain healthy living and traveling conditions for horses.
- Recognised signs of unsoundness in horses and communicated observations to management for timely intervention.
Student, Internship & Volunteer at Soma Racing (2021-01 – 2021-12)
Volunteered at Soma Racing Yard during the school holidays.
- Job shadowed the trainer, head groom and grooms.
- Introduced to stable cleaning and horse grooming.
- Contributed to the safe preparation of horses, ensuring the proper tack and equipment was used.
- Developed skills in communicating effectively with jockeys, trainers, grooms, vets and horses, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
Daily Responsibilities at Personal (2024-01 – Present)
At home, I daily care for horses by feeding, grooming, riding, and walking them, which has enriched my understanding of their needs. I prepare balanced meals to ensure optimal health and enjoy grooming as a way to bond while monitoring their condition. Regular riding has improved my horsemanship skills and fostered trust between horse and rider.
Walking the horses provides them with exercise and mental stimulation, enhancing their well-being. These experiences have deepened my connection with the horses and my knowledge of their care.
