Assistant Manager
Resume:
Olivia Cummings
Preferred to be reached at: *******@******.***
Currently I am an animal sciences senior at Purdue University looking to start a career in the
horse industry. I have always had a passion for horses and I am constantly looking for new experiences to
improve my skills. Through my YMCA camp experiences, I have gained a stronger passion for helping
others. My dream would be to combine my passions for horses and helping people in life for a fulfilling
career.
I have ridden horses for the majority of my life and have worked with ground training foals
through two year olds, (thoroughbreds to draft). While at Tecumseh, I have assessed the newly donated
horses’ ability for lessons and trails; not only considering ability to ride, but ability to listen to children’s
directions without being nervous. I also worked with the problem horses in attempting some corrections
to become more suitable for the program. I was also one of the first instructors to try the new horses in
my arena for lessons. At Camp Crosley I was in charge of the riding program entirely; I had a week to
assess the leased horses’ riding ability for the program, and plan the lessons accordingly. I continued
working with the difficult horses to make them better for the program. While at Baldwin farms, I worked
with untrained thoroughbreds ranging in age from four years and older. The main concern was focusing
on ground control and manners. Since most of the horses had not been touched in years, they would fight
the farrier and veterinarian. I helped to rehabilitate their behaviors in order for care and training to
continue optimally. I also had the opportunity to train draft horses to pull equipment and cooperate.
Through all of these experiences I have strengthened my knowledge of horse care and handling and
learned the need for a consistent schedule with horses.
While at Purdue: I have explored horse reproduction with draft horses by caring for the mares as
they progressed through their pregnancy and helping their foals strive to grow. I have also taken courses
in animal breeding and reproductive physiology; from these classes I took away not only the book
knowledge of pregnancy and partition, but some hands on experience in labs. I assisted and shadowed Dr.
Leiniger with reproductive exams and learned the record keeping methods. I have assisted in pregnancy
checks with hot race horses, foals by side, and even blind mares. I had the opportunity to travel the British
Isles touring thoroughbred farms and learning about other countries programs. From these experiences I
learned the importance of cleaning and organization in the barn especially for reproduction; I learned a
respect for multiple ideologies in the horse industry as well.
Within Camp Tecumseh and Camp Crosley’s programs, I have learned how to teach others about
horse basics and riding, as well as managing a large number of horses. At both camps I have worked in
the barn leadership positions where interact with all types of people and horses. At Prophetstown and RX
Acres, I interacted with the public during clinics and on daily chores to explain the daily care and training
of the animals; I helped to teach people who had never been around horses and people who just needed to
solidify their skills. While at Purdue I have been a teaching assistant where I interact with students and
lead them through their assignments and discussions. All of these experiences helped me to strengthen my
leadership skills, public speaking skills, and patience to help me become and better-rounded person in the
business side while still learning more about horses.
I would appreciate the time to discuss the possibility for the position. I can be reached at any
time at my email *******@******.*** and evenings by my phone 765-***-****. Thank you for your
time and considerations. I hope to hear from you soon about possible opportunities.
Sincerely,
Olivia Cummings
Olivia Cummings
Current Address *******@******.*** Permanent Address
2101 Cumberland Ave Apt 1102 765-***-**** 851 E Hamilton St
West Lafayette, IN 47906 Albany, IN 47320
Objective
To obtain a position with horse management and training.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Purdue University, West Lafayette IN December 2014
Equine study abroad in Ireland and the UK May 2012
Work Related Skills
Strong time management Presentation/Leadership Horse Care Knowledge
Work Related Experiences
Equine Management Assistant, Camp Tecumseh YMCA, Brookston IN September 2013-Present
• Teach daily summer lessons
• Groom and tack horses
• Demonstrate for guests the basics of trail riding
• Monitor for safety
• Daily care of horse herds
Barn Manager, Camp Crosley YMCA, North Webster IN May 2013- August 2013
• Regulate daily and weekly schedules
• Lead daily group lessons
• Management of horses
• Schedule necessary care appointments
Agricultural Intern, Baldwin Farms, Schererville IN June 2012 to August 2012
• Manage daily care of herd
• Provide medications and therapies of horses
• Train young horses on ground manners
• Produce and harvest hay for horses
Breed Intern, RX Acres Belgians, Brookston, IN January 2012 to June 2012
• Imprint Foals and halter break
• Maintain mare and foal health
• Handle stallions
• Aid in educating reproduction students
• Conduct research on foal growth
Agricultural Assistant, Brookston, IN September 2011 to June 2012
• Maintain daily care of
• Train young horses
• Drive and assist with teams of mares
• Educate clinic students and public on animal well being
Activities and Honors
Certified Horsemanship Association – Instructor May 2013-Present
Sisters of the Harvest Moon – Social Chair Spring 2013-Present
Teaching Assistant for Animal Sciences 181 course Spring 2013 and 2014
Foal Watch Volunteer Spring 2013
Assist Equine Veterinary Dr. Leineger Summer 2012
Research on foal growth rates and age of broodmare Spring 2012
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