GODOLPHIN Flying Start offers an outstanding opportunity to ambitious young people who wish to further their education and pursue a successful career in the thoroughbred industry. It is a two-year full-time international management and leadership training programme accredited by University College Dublin Michael Smurfit Business School.

The trainees experience hands-on horsemanship, racing, sales, and university modules in Ireland, UK, America, Australia and Dubai over the course of two years. A typical week for a Godolphin Flying Start trainee would include lectures from industry professionals, practical skills development, visits to top class studs and training facilities, attending major sales and race meetings and partaking in personal development workshops to enhance leadership and management skills.

There are regular deadlines for individual and team tasks and assignments. Applicants must have completed at least one full year of employment in the thoroughbred industry and international experience is preferred.

If applying please remember:

  • The programme is open to all, you don’t have to be from a racing family.
  • It’s a fully funded programme which includes tuition fees, accommodation, transport, health insurance, visa and immigration costs and a monthly allowance.
  • There are three different pathways to get onto the programme if you have a NFQ Level 6, 7 or 8 Qualification
  • You don’t need to be able to ride a horse but do need competent horsemanship skills.

    • Applications close on February 5th for the course beginning in August 2024. Applications can be made through our website www.godolphinflyingstart.com. You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram or listen to the trainees monthly podcasts on the website.

    Please contact us with any questions or to discuss your application.