The Henry J. and Erna D. Leir Global Internship Program at Green Chimneys seeks motivated and enthusiastic individuals from across the globe. The Leir Internship can serve as a supplementary practicum in training for a career in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Veterinary Science, Animal Care and Program Administration. There is no academic pre-requisite and you need not be enrolled in a program to attend.

Timeframe: January to August

· Equine Education and Interaction For those interested in human-animal interaction with equines; equine care, handling, training and management.

Internship with Housing Interns opting for campus housing receive room and board for the duration of their commitment. Glass House is a 6-bedroom residence just steps from the Brewster campus. The room and board package is valued at approximately $370 per week and includes a bedroom in a shared environment (kitchen, bath and living areas); utilities such as Internet and cable; three meals a day and snacks through Green Chimneys Food Services. Individuals are responsible for any additional and/or personal living expenses.

Additional Compensation Leir Interns receive a cash stipend of $450 per week, payable every two weeks. Interns may also be eligible for a $500 completion bonus upon satisfactory completion of the internship commitment, at the internship supervisor’s discretion.

Applicant Requirements: All applicants must be at least 21 years old or three years post-high school, and able to commit to the full length of the internship. All applicants will be subject to a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and health screening. The Henry J. and Erna D. Leir Global Internship Program at Green Chimneys is a formal training program requiring international interns to obtain a visa. There are some government restrictions so visas are not guaranteed and, conditions change frequently.

There is a house dedicated to all interns.

Free Room and Board as well as a stipend.