Get the lowdown on the many varied roles in the industry
Explore the 'Working in Racing' section of our website for information on some of the different types of roles which make up the Irish racing and breeding industry.
Please click here to download a presentation on the Functions & Objectives of Horse Racing Ireland which was delivered by Horse Racing Ireland CEO, Brian Kavanagh.
If you are unsure about which area of the industry is of interest to you, why not have a look at our career map for some inspiration.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a jockey? Leading riders Rachael Blackmore, Emmet McNamara, Gavin Ryan and up and coming apprentice Eamonn Fitzgerald talk to Leo Powell about their route into racing
It takes a lot of effort from a lot of people to get a horse to pass the post in first place, hear some of the stories from the people behind the moment.
Up and coming jockey Eamonn Fitzgerald speaks to equuip about his experiences as an apprentice with Michael Halford
Mark Power started working with horses when he was thirteen, a graduate of Maynooth and the Thoroughbred Breeding Course in the Irish National Stud, Mark now works with Joseph O'Brien
Fate shined a light on Elaine O'Donovan when trainer Eoin Griffin moved in next door to her parents dairy farm in 1998, Elaine has been working with Eoin ever since
Emma Dunning is a graduate of Maynooth with a passion for horses, Emma now works with Joseph O'Brien as a racing secretary
Growing up on the curragh plains meant that horses were always a part of Ross O'Sullivan's life, Ross started out riding as an amateur and now trains horses in Co. Kildare