We’re excited to offer three different types of unpaid internships in 2026! Motivated, enthusiastic college students can earn college credit for time well spent on the farm. While working with a wide variety of participants and experienced staff, Mane Stream provides a chance for you to explore career possibilities and interests. Our program is flexible if you have interests outside of the programs detailed below. Scroll down to see our different internship opportunities and apply today!
If you’re interested in being an intern but don’t fit every requirement (i.e., not a college student, interested in a different program than above, etc.), please reach out to the Volunteer Coordinator.
ACADEMIC Year INTERNSHIP
Time Frame/Commitment: 75 to 150 hours over 10-11 weeks (Spring & Fall semesters); Flexible day-to-day schedule
Interns will spend their 10-11 week internship rotating through different areas of Mane Stream by shadowing different members of staff and taking on specific tasks & assignments. Rotations can be tailored to student interests, but will include: Volunteer Management, Social Media & Communications, Administration & Fundraising, Programs, Barn & Equine Management. At the end of the internship, the intern will have a broad knowledge of how a nonprofit therapeutic riding center operates. Interns will have the ability to work on a long-term project if desired, either for personal interest or to fulfill an academic requirement.
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SUMMER CAMP INTERNSHIP
Time Frame/Commitment:
Flexible early June through August, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 1:00pm
At least 3 days per week for at least 6 weeks (about 15 to 25 hours per week)
Interns work directly with our inclusive, half-day summer camp, with the opportunity to interact with a wide variety of typical children, children with special needs, & adults with special needs. Interns will be expected to help plan and run inclusive camp activities, assist in managing the campers, & any administrative needs. Interns will also have the opportunity to tailor additional activities to their interests (i.e. barn work, photography, social media, writing articles) and/or speak to other members of staff about their careers. APPLY TODAY
Photography/Social Media INTERNSHIP
Time Frame/Commitment: June through August. Flexible depending on intern's interests/schedule
Interns will work with the Marketing Manager to plan, design, & publish social media & marketing materials and/or take photos, upload, & edit independently. This is a highly flexible internship, allowing interns to craft their activities according to their interests. Interns will also have the opportunity to take on additional activities related to their interests and/or speak to other members of staff about their careers. APPLY TODAY
