Internships are an integral part of both the undergraduate and graduate degrees at the RTIP. Each year, students complete internships across in the United States and abroad with race tracks, farms, trainers and racing-related organizations.
RTIP internships are designed and created specifically for each student, considering their previous experiences, the skills they desire and their career goals. This provides each student a unique opportunity to put their classroom knowledge to practical use, thereby enhancing their educational experience and making them better prepared to assume a responsible position in the racing industry after graduation.
Ben Atkinson
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
"I had the opportunity to intern at the prestigious Del Mar Thoroughbred Club"
Hailey Shiffer
Arizona Downs
On-Air Handicapper
"Arizona Downs gave me a ton of new knowledge and experience I look forward to using in my future endeavors"
Eric DeCoster
NYRA
Racing Office
"Interning with NYRA was a great opportunity to expand my knowledge of working at a high-level racetrack under RTIP Alumni"
Giselle Lugo
ARIZONA DOWNS
Paddock Show Host
“I have varying leadership experiences at UArizona, and being able to utilize these skills in different ways this summer was really eye opening and beneficial.”
Eric DeCoster
Wannamaker's
Catalogue Development
“This internship allowed me to see what goes on behind the scenes and the logistics of putting together a horse auction.”
Hailey Shiffer
Lane’s End Farm
Yearling Barn
“I prepped horses for the various summer and fall sales such as Fasig-Tipton July, Fasig-Tipton Saratoga NY Bred Sale, and Keeneland September.”