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Investment Farms

Student Workter

Wewahitchka, FL · On-site

$12.50 - $14/hr

Deseret Cattle & Timber is seeking experienced and dependable Student Workers to assist with the ... Cattle and horseback experience with a strong desire to work in production agriculture. * Strong ...

Louisiana Workforce Commission

Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor (Horse/Sheep/Goat Manager) Position Type:Other ... student workers. This position reports to the Resident Director of Central Research Station ...

Louisiana State University

Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor (Horse/Sheep/Goat Manager) Position Type:Other ... student workers. This position reports to the Resident Director of Central Research Station ...

LSU AgCenter

Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor (Horse/Sheep/Goat Manager) Position Type:Other ... student workers. This position reports to the Resident Director of Central Research Station ...

University of New Mexico

Barn Assistant

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$14.50/hr

Student Intermediate Level Requisition ID req37462 Working Title Barn Assistant Pay $14.50 Hourly ... horse care. Hours are flexible, within the range of Monday-Sunday, 8:00am-8:00pm. Minimum ...

Catapult

Equine Manager

Cary, NC · On-site

... working conditions of all CORRAL horse facilities Coordinates with staff to utilize the Volunteers, girls, interns, and working students to address needs for facilitiesPerforms weekly farm walk ...

University System of New Hampshire

Equine Farm Worker

Durham, NH · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Some knowledge and experience working with horses helpful but not required Preferred Qualifications ... There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 ...

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How much do working student horse jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for working student horse in the United States is $14.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $15.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a working student horse?

A Working Student Horse job is an opportunity for individuals to gain hands-on experience in the equestrian industry while often receiving training, housing, or riding opportunities in exchange for their work. Duties typically include feeding, grooming, mucking stalls, exercising horses, and assisting with lessons or barn management. It is a valuable position for those looking to develop their riding skills, deepen their horse care knowledge, or prepare for a career in the horse industry.

What does a working student horse do?

As a Working Student Horse, your daily responsibilities may include feeding, grooming, mucking out stalls, assisting with training sessions, and preparing horses for exercise or competition. You may also help with general stable management, observe veterinary or farrier visits, and occasionally ride or handle horses under supervision. The position often provides hands-on learning and mentorship from experienced equestrian professionals, making it ideal for those interested in building a career in the horse industry. The work can be physically demanding and often requires early mornings or weekend shifts, but it offers valuable skills and direct exposure to various aspects of professional horse care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a working student horse?

To thrive as a Working Student Horse, you need foundational skills in horse care, stable management, and basic riding ability, often supported by previous equine experience or enrollment in an equine studies program. Familiarity with stable equipment, grooming tools, and sometimes equine management software is advantageous. Strong communication, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn are soft skills that help you excel in this position. These skills are important because the role demands reliability, teamwork, and a passion for working with horses in a professional environment.

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Student Workter

Investment Farms

Wewahitchka, FL • On-site

$12.50 - $14/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with general ranch support tasks such as marking, branding, weaning, and shipping.

  • Help with daily cattle care including feeding, watering, and basic health checks.

  • Perform routine animal husbandry procedures following established protocols and training.

Job description

Summary:
Deseret Cattle & Timber is seeking experienced and dependable Student Workers to assist with the general ranch support tasks during busy times. This is a seasonal role, and hours will be based on operational needs.
Responsibilities:
  • Help during works, including marking, branding, weaning, and shipping.
  • Assist in daily cattle care including feeding, watering, and basic health checks.
  • Adhere to all industry, company and local ranch policies and procedures.
  • Upkeep ranch appearance by repairing farm buildings, fences, and other structures.
  • Learn to perform castration, euthanasia, vaccinations, dehorning, ear tagging, ear notching, branding, take blood samples and other procedures standard to animal husbandry.
  • Continuously work to improve skills, actively participate, and attend all training.

Qualifications:
  • Cattle and horseback experience with a strong desire to work in production agriculture.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
  • Able to meet the physical requirements of the role.
  • Meet age requirements for assigned work.
  • Florida - Under 16: work up to a 40-hour week with no more than an 8-hour workday.
  • For students over 18, preferred to have High School Diploma or GED.
  • Able to learn and safely use tools necessary to perform the job.
  • Effective interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.

Working conditions:
* The physical demands below describe what is generally required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. • Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, and/or move materials, supplies, or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds. • Push, pull, and drag up to 200 pounds. • Perform work that involves standing, squatting, sitting, walking, leaning, bending, and riding for 8-12 hours per day, including time in both field and office environments. • Frequently engage in physical activities such as reaching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, pushing, and pulling, particularly during animal handling and equipment operation or maintenance. • Demonstrate manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required to safely handle livestock, tools, ropes, restraints, and equipment. • Frequently grasp, hold, and manipulate tools and animal handling equipment. • Effectively communicate in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings, in person, by phone, and using electronic devices as required. • Be able to see and hear well enough to monitor livestock condition, identify signs of illness or distress, and respond to safety warnings and environmental hazards. • Assist with and/or perform routine animal husbandry procedures, following established protocols and training, which may include vaccinations, ear tagging, branding, dehorning, castration, blood sampling, and euthanasia.
* The work environment below describes conditions the employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when appropriate. • Work is performed in outdoor environments with regular exposure to varying weather conditions, seasonal changes, and fluctuating temperatures, as well as work during different times of day and night. • Routine use of standard office equipment and electronic systems, including computers, phones, and other devices for communication, planning, recordkeeping, and reporting. • Regular exposure to dust, animal dander, manure, and other agricultural environmental elements. • Noise levels may range from moderate to loud, depending on livestock activity, equipment operation, and job tasks being performed. • Frequent interaction with large animals and potentially hazardous machinery and equipment, requiring constant attention to safety practices and procedures. • Work schedules may vary based on operational needs and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc is not sponsoring visas at this time. AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted. Compensation offered correlates to the current student classification or graduation status.

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