Rock Creek Park Horse Center Intern at Guest Services in Washington, Washington DC

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Rock Creek Park Horse Center Intern- $17.00/hour



The Rock Creek Park Horse Center is now hiring a Summer Intern.


This position pays $17.00/hour


Guest Services, Inc. offers competitive pay and amazing benefits such as medical, dental, vision, a 401K savings plan, paid time off, employee discounts at recreational and lodging facilities nationwide, and more! Benefits may vary based on employment type.


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JOB SUMMARY



RCPHC's Internship program offers he opportunity to learn valuable industry job skills. Interns work closely with assigned instructors and are challenged to use good reasoning skills, work well in a team environment, and reinforce horse-safety knowledge with a new generation of students. Interns are an important part of the team and will have the opportunity to learn multiple areas of business management (lesson planning, instructor support, troubleshooting, and more.)



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Actively participate in any orientation and training sessions.


• Collaborate in advanced program planning, such as preparing for summer camp.


• Coordinate with assigned instructor to execute/troubleshoot daily tasks, update changes in schedule as needed, and monitor students' and horses' health and wellbeing.


• Anticipate and step in to fill in gaps in programming to include tacking/untacking horses, leading ponies, providing instruction when requested, and daily clean up.


• Conduct positive and constructive interaction with students and clients to include giving guidance on activities, comforting students, identifying and reporting problems, and working with teams for appropriate socializing.


• Other duties as required and opportunities to be developed.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to commit to one to three days per week.


• Horseback riding experience at Intermediate or above (or possess additional, relevant experience.)


• Working knowledge of RCPHC horses to include ground and riding experience with multiple RCPHC horses. Commensurate experience at other barns/camps will be considered.


• Strong work ethic.


• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize.


• Attention to detail--ability to follow procedures and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• Adaptability and creativity while working in a dynamic environment where not all elements are under your control.


• Willingness to take the initiative and to receive direct feedback and coaching.


• Flexible, friendly, and able to ask questions. Display a positive attitude, even in challenging situations and when receiving direct feedback.


• Maintain professional composure. Think critically about how to solve problems or prevent them from happening in the future.


• Experience in peer-to-peer counseling or other team building settings is a plus.


• CPR/First Aid/AED certified by the American Red Cross preferred or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Apply Now