MENTEE ELIGIBILITY

WHO CAN APPLY?

Mentee candidates should demonstrate a strong desire to learn and interest in working in the Thoroughbred horse industry. Those with a general equine interest who would like to learn more about working in the Thoroughbred horse industry are also welcome to apply.

Please read the following mentee candidate guidelines:

• Applicants should be between the ages of 15-25. If you are outside of this age range and wish to apply, please contact Amplify to discuss your eligibility.

• There are no restrictions based on academic achievement, however, applicants will be asked to upload a resume and provide at least one reference.

• Amplify prioritizes applicants with little to no Thoroughbred industry work experience. This program is meant to serve as a starting point for getting involved in the industry.

• Applicants must be residents of the United States, U.S. territories, or Canada.

Because the program is limited to 20 mentees per program intake, Amplify must narrow down and choose the most qualified applicants. In the final selection process, Amplify prioritizes candidates with a desire to work in the Thoroughbred horse industry, those who are within the age range, and have little to no industry work experience. Enthusiasm and work ethic are also considered, based on the application and interview. 

 This program is not appropriate for individuals trying to progress or sell their individual business interests or improve their handicapping abilities. 

APPLICATION TIMELINE

There are two separate sessions of the program, with mentorships taking place in the spring (March-May) and in the fall (August-October). Applications for the spring session open in January, with applications for the fall opening in June. Upon application close, candidates will be contacted for an interview.

TIME & PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

In total, Amplify Horse Racing estimates that the program will require a minimum of ten hours from mentees over the course of three months:

• Upon program acceptance, mentees must review introduction materials and submit an intro bio and photos for publication (1 hour)

• Virtual mentee orientation (1 hour)

• Mentor/mentee introduction by Amplify Horse Racing over Zoom (30 minutes)

• Attend a minimum of three 1-hour meetings arranged between mentor and mentee and communicate between meetings (4 hours)

• Complete monthly check-in reports** (1 hour)

• Complete a final feedback survey after the third month (30 minutes)

• Follow mentor assignments and industry study suggestions** (1-3 hours)

• Mentees who are selected for the program will have the opportunity to apply for a travel grant to attend an Amplify-organized industry immersion day (Optional)

• Optional: End-of-year networking event in Kentucky (2 hours)

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Connect with an amazing mentor who can guide you toward career-impacting opportunities.

• Work with your mentor to create an educational and training plan to work toward your goals.

• Build your network by connecting with a wider group of mentors, mentees, and graduates.

• Mentees who complete all program requirements will be awarded a certificate of completion.

• Receive an Amplify Horse Racing hat!

• Mentees who are selected for the program will have the opportunity to apply for a travel grant to attend an Amplify-organized industry immersion day.

• Mentees who complete the program having demonstrated a strong work ethic and dedication to pursuing involvement in the Thoroughbred industry may also be eligible for additional awards and travel experiences. Details about eligibility and application will be shared with mentees accepted to the program.