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What is the difference between Intern Summer Cattle Ranch vs Farm Hand?

AspectIntern Summer Cattle RanchFarm Hand
CredentialsNone required; some experience in agriculture preferredNone required; experience varies
Work EnvironmentRanch settings, outdoor, physically demandingFarm settings, outdoor, physically demanding
Employer & IndustryRanching operations, agriculture industryFarming operations, agriculture industry

Intern Summer Cattle Ranch positions typically focus on gaining hands-on experience in cattle management and ranch operations, often for educational purposes. Farm Hand roles involve assisting with daily farm chores, animal care, and maintenance tasks. While both roles require physical work outdoors and minimal formal credentials, internships often emphasize learning and skill development, whereas farm hands focus on supporting ongoing farm activities.

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Infographic showing various Intern Summer Cattle Ranch job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, 43% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 14% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Summer Season Wrangler

Devil's Thumb Ranch

Tabernash, CO • On-site

$14.50/hr

Other

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Description

Principal Purpose of Job: Assist the Stables Manager & Assistant Stables Manager, with all aspects of the operation. Consistently provide a high level of guest service through a variety of safe, educational & enjoyable Stables' activities.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Facilitate safe & fun Stables' activities & events.
  • Conduct lessons & teamster operations as required; assist in team penning and cattle drives.
  • Consistently provide exceptional guest experiences for all visitors to the Stables.  
  • Assist with vet care, hoof care and feeding of animals.  
  • Perform daily housekeeping and facility maintenance duties.
  • Undertake Barn Host role when required.
  • Groom, tack & un-tack trail animals; harness & un-harness driving animals.
  • Book stables' activities on the reservations system through phone & personal interactions.
  • Operate the POS system for ride checkouts and merchandise sales.
  • Assist with all ranching duties (fencing, firewood, mineral blocks, hay harvest etc.).
  • Assist with tack & harness maintenance.
  • Move herd in and out to pasture on horseback.
  • Report and aid repair of unsafe trails, fences or hazards.
  • Be an ambassador for the ranch in promoting all other departments during guest interactions.
  • Assist with all areas of our ongoing herd health program.  







Requirements

Personal Attributes: 

Outgoing, friendly & responsible with excellent interpersonal skills.  

Ability to multi-task and alter priorities at short notice.

Works well in both a team and as an individual.

Motivated & mature with ability to remain calm in all situations without direct supervision.


Physical Demands:  

Heavy lifting (must be able to lift 75lbs - 100lbs) 

Able to work outside in all elements.

Physically fit and able to work flexible and demanding hours.

Reach, bend, twist, pull and stoop; grasp, turn & manipulate objects of varying size & weight.

Must be able to horseback ride effectively for excess of 8 hours per day.


Education/Experience:  

First Aid/CPR certified.

 Have at least five years prior horse experience.

Background of guiding or teaching desirable.

Team driving experience a plus.

Heavy machinery operation a plus.


Special Skills/Equipment:

Proven horsemanship skills.

Ability to ride advanced and/or green horses at all gaits in a safe & controlled manner.

Computer literate & confident telephone manner


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