Careers
WORKING WITH EQUESTRIAN EVENTS INC. & THE K3DE
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The Kentucky Three-Day Event is organized by Equestrian Events, Inc (EEI). We are passionate about developing world-renowned equestrian events with a welcoming atmosphere where seasoned eventers, visitors from across the globe and the local community come together to experience The Horse Capital of the World. When you join our team, you can help create exceptional events and competitions where people create lasting memories for years to come.
We put our people at the heart of everything we do, and champion curiosity and connectivity to deliver the best experiences. By focusing on representation, recruitment, engagement, culture, and accountability, we’re committed to being a workplace where everyone can grow.
Current Job Openings
Competition Internship
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Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), producer of the world-renowned Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event (K3DE) is seeking a Competition Intern who will support the planning and execution of the K3DE. This unpaid role provides experience in event operations, assisting with rider and official communications, competition logistics, scheduling, scoring, and on-site support. The intern will work closely with the competition management team to ensure smooth and professional delivery of all competition elements while gaining valuable insight into the organization of a world-class equestrian event.
Location
Equestrian Events, Inc. Office
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
Timeframe
1/19/2026 - 5/1/2026
Marketing Internship
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Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), producer of the world-renowned Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event (K3DE), is seeking a Marketing Intern to join our team during the lead-up and execution of the 2026 event. This unpaid internship is a fast-paced, hands-on opportunity to gain experience in general marketing, media coordination, social media, and branding (including the Official Three-Day Shop). The Marketing Intern will work closely with EEI’s marketing team, sponsors, vendors, and media partners to ensure seamless brand representation and elevated fan engagement across all platforms during one of the largest equestrian events in North America.
Location
Equestrian Events, Inc. Office
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
Timeframe
1/19/2026 - 5/1/2026
Hospitality Host/Hostess
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Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), producer of the world-renowned Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event (K3DE), is seeking Hospitality Hosts/Hostesses to join our team during the lead-up and execution of the 2026 event. The Hospitality Host/Hostess plays a key role in delivering an exceptional guest experience during the Kentucky Three-Day Event. This paid position is responsible for welcoming and assisting VIP guests, sponsors, and hospitality patrons in designated areas, ensuring they receive top-tier service throughout the event. The Hospitality Host/Hostess will help manage seating arrangements, monitor hospitality spaces, answer guest inquiries, and provide support to the hospitality team to maintain a professional, welcoming, and enjoyable environment.
Location
Equestrian Events, Inc. Office
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
Timeframe
4/20/2026 - 4/26/2026
Ticketing & Administration Assistant
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Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), producer of the world-renowned Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event (K3DE) is seeking a Ticketing and Administration assistant. The Ticketing Assistant plays a key role in the daily operations of the ticket office, ensuring smooth and efficient ticket sales and customer service. This paid position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, particularly during event weeks. The Ticketing Assistant will support ticket processing, customer inquiries, event preparation, and on-site execution.
Location
Equestrian Events, Inc. Office
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
Timeframe
Fixed term with possibility of extending
