Employment Opportunities & Internships
Employment Opportunities
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Internships
Internship Opportunities—Spring 2026
The American Horse Council (AHC) is a Washington-based advocacy organization that represents the equine industry before Congress and the federal regulatory agencies. AHC member organizations include breed registries, national and state equine associations, state horse councils, recreational associations, and organizations representing racetracks, equestrians, horse shows, veterinarians, farriers, rodeos, and other equine-related stakeholders.
The AHC is currently seeking student interns for the Spring 2026 (February to May). All internships can be completed remotely, but opportunities are also available for students wishing to experience government affairs activities in person in Washington, D.C. All projects are supervised by AHC staff and are limited to 12-week terms. Students may choose to receive course credit or a financial stipend (up to $125 per week dependent on agreed upon project commitment). Project commitments typically range from 10-20 hours per week. The AHC is also able to accommodate thesis projects and other student lead research academic credit needs.
Students in AHC internships gain experience in the larger equine industry through exposure to association involvement in active government affairs and regulatory issues at the Federal level and introduction to the immense range of industry stakeholders. Interns are invited to attend virtual staff meetings to understand active and future AHC initiatives outside of their direct project as well as general association operations. Students do not need horse experience to apply.
Projects listed for student involvement are not necessarily comprehensive of all available opportunities. Students are encouraged to reach out to AHC if they have a related interest that is not specifically listed. This would include students interested in advocacy and political science, equine welfare, and other industry related topics.
Applications are due by January 12th, 2026.
For more information and or to apply contact
Julie Broadway, AHC President, at jbroadway@horsecouncil.org
Available Internship Opportunities
Equine Welfare Data Collective NADPRP Support
The Equine Welfare Data Collective has been awarded a collective agreement from USDA to investigate and support biosecurity practices at equine welfare organizations. Interns participating in this project will learn how to work with federal contracts and grants, participate in data collection and participant recruitment, social media communications, and data analysis and reporting. This project is only open to students participating for course credit.
Animal Control Officers Directory – two interns needed
Creation of a directory of animal control officers (worked with NACA – National Animal Control Association) to help horse owners in need of assistance.
Shelter Animal Counts & Equine Welfare Data Collective Collaboration – one intern needed
Working with staff members from both programs identify ways to collaborate effectively and develop strategies to implement those efforts. Conduct a data mapping of both programs to identify ways for each to translate data & findings that help compare small animal and equine data sets.
Equine Publications distribution list – two interns needed
Using the information collect by interns in summer 2025, categorize and tag publications based on their inclusion in the horse industry directory and by type in AHC member clicks data base.
Equine Euthanasia & Disposal – 1 intern needed
Building off research completed in summer 2025, collect more granular data regarding euthanasia and disposal options available at the county level
Trade Policy & Analysis – 1 intern needed
Working with the AHC Regulatory lead, identify trade/tariff impacts on the equine industry and outline possible mitigation strategies.
UHC Equine Resource Database Validating & Assessing Assistance Programs- 2 interns needed
The UHC maintains an online repository (UHCERD) that contains resources of all assistance programs available for horse owners. The contents of the database need to be validated and assessed regularly. Skills acquired include research and data management. Creating report of overall additions, changes and deletion such that the industry is aware of the level of change.
“I had a fantastic experience as an intern at the American Horse Council. I learned so much about the horse industry and legislation during my week in the AHC office. I was extremely lucky to attend a meeting on Capitol Hill at Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s office. This meeting really showed me how hard the horse industry works to make their voice heard, and to make sure that they are fairly represented. My week at AHC was filled with great experiences and I am very grateful to have had this amazing opportunity to explore my interests and learn more about how national horse industry advocacy works.”
– Holden Rafey, First AHC Intern
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The AHC is the only national association exclusively representing every segment of the vast equine industry here in Washington, DC We are deeply committed to serving the needs of our members and fulfilling our mission of advocating for the equine industry in the U.S.
