Position: Performance Department/World Show Internship (2 positions available)

Available: Mid May – August 1, 2008

Immediate Supervisor: Holly Nelson, Director of Shows

Introduction: The American Paint Horse Association is a breed registry located in Fort Worth, Texas. The Association performs the function of registration, record keeping, show management, sale scheduling, field services, racing coordination, publishing, public relations, information dissemination and administration. In addition, the Association fulfills its purpose of promoting the American Paint Horse through efficient service to members, directors and the general public.

The Performance Department was created to organize and develop different programs for the association to meet the needs of its members’ wide array of interests and ages. The Performance Department includes a staff of approximately fourteen that handle the following programs: Youth, Amateur, showing, racing, judging and international affairs. The Performance Department oversees the management of the APHA-sponsored World Championship Paint Horse Show, which will be held June 22-July 5, 2008 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, TX.

Responsibilities: The Intern will work primarily in the Performance Department and will also have the opportunity to work with individuals in marketing, media and Paint Horse Journal. The intern will assist staff and show management with various duties related to the Performance Department, the Youth World Show and World Show including, but not limited to:                  

• Scheduling
• Youth World Show activities
• Award preparation
• Facility arrangements
• Show preparation
• Coordination of events during the show
• Post show reporting of statistics and results

Basic Requirements: Seeking individual majoring in Animal Science, Equine Science, Agribusiness or related field who desires to learn more about breed associations and develop skills to work within the horse industry.

Recommended Fields of Study: Animal or Equine Science preferred or any related major.

Duration of Internship: This internship will be from mid May to August 1. However, these dates may be modified to fit the intern’s needs.

Salary: $1,200 per month

To Apply: Submit resume with cover letter stating why the student wants an internship with the APHA.

Send all applications for review to APHA, Human Resource Dept., P.O. Box 961023, Fort Worth, TX 76161-0023 or fax to 817-222-6419. Resumes will be accepted until April 1.

Housing and Transportation: The intern is responsible for transportation, room and board. The APHA office is located in Northeast Fort Worth and there is no public transportation. The Intern must provide their own transportation.