The Maryland Horse Industry Foundation will launch the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program this June. The MTCP is a six-day curriculum that will increase awareness of the career opportunities available in the Thoroughbred industry; provide access to leaders in Maryland's racing industry; highlight various paths for pursuing a career in racing; and address the need to attract and retain experienced employees.
“It is a challenge to get young professionals to take a look at all of the career options available at the track–accounting, guest services, catering and more,” said Sal Sinatra, General Manager of the Maryland Jockey Club. “The Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program will provide people that are passionate about horses the opportunity to get a first hand look at the wide variety of jobs the Thoroughbred industry has to offer. This program inspired us to launch the Maryland Jockey Club Students on Track Career Initiative, which will work hand-in-hand with the MTCP to attract and retain the next generation of leaders in the Maryland horse industry.”
The program is open to U.S. residents ages 17 to 21 and a maximum of six people will be selected for the inaugural class. Those that complete the program are eligible to apply for a one-time funding to further their career pursuits within two years of the program's end. Applications are due Apr. 21 and can be found here.
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