Tasracing Internship Programs

Discover Your Future in Just 5 Days!

Our immersive 5-day Internship Program offers a unique, behind-the-scenes introduction to Tasmania’s dynamic racing industry.

Tasmania is a tri-code racing state, hosting thoroughbred, harness, and greyhound racing. 

Across five engaging days, participants explore diverse roles, develop practical skills, and gain real-world insights to help shape future career pathways. This program is more than just work experience; it is a genuine stepping stone into the racing industry, providing direct access to industry participants and potential employers.

What's Included


Program activities may vary depending on location, racing schedules, and operational requirements.

Participants may have the opportunity to:

  • Explore career pathways across thoroughbred, harness, and greyhound racing

  • Visit racetracks, training facilities, and operational areas not typically accessible to the public

  • Meet trainers, racing officials, breeders, welfare officers, and other industry professionals

  • Observe barrier trials, morning trackwork, kennel operations, and race-day preparation

  • Develop foundational horse handling skills under supervision, with a strong focus on safety and responsible animal management

  • Visit a leading breeding operation to learn about bloodstock and breeding careers

  • Tour our greyhound rehoming program, Greyhounds As Pets, to understand post-racing transition, adoption pathways, and the industry’s commitment to animal welfare.

The program highlights the full lifecycle of racing animals and introduces career opportunities spanning racing operations, breeding, welfare, compliance, administration, media, and community engagement.

A Proven Pathway Into The Industry


Since its introduction, the Internship Program has become a recognised entry point into Tasmania’s racing industry.

Participants gain practical exposure, workplace-ready skills, and valuable industry connections.  

For some, the program provides clarity around career direction. For others, it opens doors to opportunities they may not have previously considered with many going onto be employed within the industry. 

Importantly, the internship reflects the industry’s commitment to developing the next generation of skilled, responsible, and welfare-focused participants.