Seasonal Intern

By Useless Bay Golf and Country Club, January 16 - updated January 16 - Langley, Washington

Useless Bay Golf & Country Club Langley, Washington    Position Title:      Turf Management Internship   General: The main focus of the program will be the general welfare of the intern through the club’s provisions of a safe and educational work environment.  Under the direct supervision of the director of agronomy and golf course superintendent, the intern will perform routine manual labor associated with golf course maintenance accompanied by turf management focused training.  General labor will involve semi-skilled grounds construction and maintenance work; operating small hand powered equipment, and occasionally performs work involving larger equipment such as tractors, loaders, and gang mowers.  As an intern, you may be assigned responsibility for the care and maintenance of several designated holes on the golf course and does related work as required.      Responsibilities and Areas of Training: ·        Operate a variety of mowing equipment within diverse locations ·        Turf management principles and turfgrass physiology ·        Irrigation systems management ·        Water management of Annual Bluegrass and Perennial Ryegrass ·        Course set up ·        Tournament preparation ·        Equipment maintenance ·        Pesticide and fertilizer applications ·        Daily course maintenance ·        Pest and disease identification ·        Environmental conditions and awareness ·        Golf course projects and renovations   Requirements: ·        Currently enrolled in a 2 to 4 year degree/certificate program in turfgrass management or a related field, or strongly considering this profession ·        Ability to follow oral and written directions ·        Must possess a positive attitude, great work ethic, strong verbal and written communication skills, and a thorough attention to detail ·        Punctual and reliable ·        Physical strength, stamina, and agility   Minimum Experience:  0-1 year   Salary:  $17.00/hr.   Internship Dates:  Beginning of March until the end of September, 3 to 7 month duration internships are available.   Benefits: Discounted meals, golf privileges, and housing   Contact Person:  Chip Garner Email address:  charles.garner@uselessbaygolf.com Phone:  (405) 308-7499    

By Pebble Beach Company, January 15 - updated January 15 - Pebble Beach, California

The Links at Spanish Bay agronomy team is looking for passionate turfgrass students ready to take their 2025 internship experience to the next level. Work with the latest technology and learn from industry leaders in efficiency and sustainability. Interns will be provided the opportunity to work at all four company golf courses and lodge with their fellow interns in accommodations directly behind the 18th green at Pebble Beach.  Applicants must possess a willingness to learn by doing. All interns can expect to be involved in all aspects of golf course maintenance. You will gain valuable experience working alongside the management team and experienced greenkeeper crew. Intern responsibilities will include, but are not limited to daily course preparation, mowing of all playing surfaces, chemical application/calibration, irrigation management, project execution, and small crew leadership. Historically, these positions have served as an excellent steppingstone for those interested in advancing to an Assistant-In-Training or Assistant Superintendent role. 2025 Internships will be available starting May 1st and last 3-6 Months.    What Can You Expect as a Turfgrass Intern working for the Pebble Beach Company? ·         Networking opportunities with a tight-knit group of Turfgrass Managers on the Monterey Peninsula and the greater Bay Area. ·         Participation in all aspects of golf course maintenance and exposure to operations at all 4 Pebble Beach Company courses. ·         Opportunities to work with one of the leading independent turfgrass research scientists in the world, conducting numerous on-site trials right here at the Links at Spanish Bay ·         Exposure to preparations for a full course renovation by Gil Hanse in 2026 ·         Learn from industry leaders in efficiency and environmental sustainability. ·         Work with the latest technology from Toro and Rain Bird ·         Enjoy a premier golf destination

By Nashawtuc Country Club, January 14 - updated January 14 - Concord, Massachusetts

Nashawtuc Country Club is currently looking to hire summer interns for the 2025 season. This position is designed to expose candidates to the daily responsibilities of an Assistant Superintendent, while working alongside our team of Assistants and Superintendent. Our goal of this internship is to help you obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in the golf course industry. Duties: -        Water management -        Project management -        Course set up -        Mowing of greens, tees, fairways, etc. -        Fertilizing (calibration and application) -        Crew management (training and leading) -        Equipment operation The ideal candidate is hard-working, punctual, and willing and eager to learn. These attributes paired with our team of strong leaders will allow you to make your internship at NCC a valuable experience.

By Country Club of Buffalo, January 13 - Williamsville, New York

The Country Club of Buffalo is a private club that was established in 1889 with the current 18-hole, Donald Ross design opening in 1926. The club sits on a 270 acre property that also includes: four tennis courts, two platform tennis courts, outdoor pool facility, and a large sporting clays complex.  The golf course underwent a complete restoration in 2012 and just completed a new irrigation system installation.  The golf course is currently ranked 77th in the Golfweek top 100 classic list. The club has been selected to host the US Women's Mid-Am Championship in 2027 and the US Senior Amateur Championship in 2032. The seasonal intern position involves all aspects of golf course management.  Daily tasks will include course setup, water management, pest identification and management, irrigation repair, project planning and management, tournament preparation, and team leadership. We are looking for a talented and ambitious individual to join our team which currently consists of four assistant superintendents and up to 45 full and part-time staff members.  Overtime and weekends will be required; typically working 50-70 hours per week during the golf season.

By Long Cove Club, January 9 - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Founded in 1981, Long Cove Club is a fully private, gated community located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Long Cove features a championship golf course designed by Pete Dye, which is widely recognized as one of his finest. The golf course recently just underwent a major restoration project in 2018, which included regrassing the fairways with Celebration bermudagrass, regrassing the greens with Tifeagle bermudagrass, restoring bunkers to their original design, upgrading drainage systems, and replacing multiple bulkheads and all cartpaths. As well as, a brand new pump station and Rainbird irrigation system in 2024. Long Cove is currently ranked #8 in the state of South Carolina by Golf Digest and #148 in Golf Digests “The Second 100 Greatest” top 100 Greatest Golf Courses in the U.S. The interns will work closely with the superintendent and assistants on a daily basis in all facets of golf course maintenance. Daily tasks will include, but not limited to: course set-up, hand watering, mowing, fertilizer/pesticide applications and calibrations, irrigation maintenance and repair, weed and disease identification and management, and insect monitoring and management.  Applicants should have an excellent eye for detail, good attitude, strong work ethic, sense of urgency, ability to take initiative, and a great desire to learn.

By FarmLinks Golf Club @ Pursell Farms, January 9 - Sylacauga, Alabama

The FarmLinks Agronomy team is committed to providing a comprehensive agronomic      experience to all interns. Interns play an important role within the agronomy department. You will be exposed to all facets of turfgrass management in a Resort setting, so that you are        prepared to take the next step in your career upon graduation.  Interns at FarmLinks will be involved in all spraying and cultural practices performed throughout the resort, and will also be heavily involved in irrigation and drainage projects throughout the summer. Mower operation and Course Setup will also be a large part of the internship. As an intern at Farmlinks Golf Club you will be exposed to all types of turfgrass  varieties        including Bermuda, Zoysia, and Bentgrass experience because we have all of these different varieties (Some 15+) planted throughout our property     · Mower Operation · Mowing greens, fairways, tees, rough · Sprayer Operation & Calibration · Spray-Hawk, boom sprayer, gun · Spraying greens, fairways, tees, etc. · Sprayer calibrations · Moisture Management on Greens · Agronomic Cultural Practices · Topdressing, Verticutting, Aerification, etc. · Weed/Pest ID and Control · Irrigation Setup and Control · Course Setup · Leading Crews on small projects · Turfgrass ID of 15+ turfgrass   species and diseases      

By SODCO INC, January 8 - updated January 8 - slocum, Rhode Island

SODCO INC is one of the largest sod farms in the Northeast, located in Slocum, RI. The only green certified sod farm in RI, we grow Turf Type tall fescue, Microclover, Kentucky Bluegrass, Greens and fairway height creeping bentgrass, fine fescue, sheeps fescue and many other crops on our 526 acres. We ship from Maine to New York, and supply many garden centers, golf courses, colleges, and homes with high quality sod all year.   Interns will get a full experience of all sides of the sod business including seeding, growing, harvesting, sales, shipping and maintenance. This position requires a self starting individual, who can operate as part of a team with high expectations and efficiencies. The correct candidate will spend time working with each part of our operation, and learn what it takes to be the best. Intern experience will  include: mowing turf forklift operations harvesting sod fertilizer/chemical application seeding sales front office delivery

By Old Edwards Club, January 7 - Highlands, North Carolina

The Turfgrass Management team at the Old Edwards Club and GlenCove  is seeking  an intern for the upcoming 2024 season. We hope to fill this position with a highly motivated individual eager to learn as much as they can from the team here at OEC. The Old Edwards Club is a private golf club located in the mountains of western North Carolina. We maintain an 18 hole golf course as well as a recently completed 12 hole lighted par 3  course. We have kentucky bluegrass rough, bentgrass greens and fairways.   This position will have the opportunity to be involved in everything we do to the golf course here at the Old Edwards Club as well as at our 12 hole par three facility GlenCove. The management team here is committed to providing  a well rounded internship.  We will focus daily tasks on what is best for the continued improvement of the golf courses plus focus on what skills  the intern expresses a desire to develop.  

By Victory Ranch Golf Club, January 6 - Kamas, Utah

Victory Ranch, the top-rated golf course in the state of Utah, is seeking motivated individuals for the 2025 season to work on our golf course maintenance team.  Victory Ranch is a private club located in the beautiful Wasatch Back near Park City, Utah. As a student intern, you will have the opportunity to experience all facets of golf course maintenance practices. Our work environment encourages a relaxed and efficient work style so we can truly enjoy time at and away from work. Qualified candidates will assist the Superintendent and Assistants in all facets of golf course maintenance including, but not limited to, daily course set up, irrigation scheduling, fertilizer and pesticide calibration and application, aerating, seeding, sodding, hand watering, and managing crews on small projects. A candidate ready to work hard and learn championship conditioning will ensure success in taking the next step in becoming an assistant superintendent.

By North Shore Country Club, January 2 - Glenview, Illinois

Location North Shore Country Club is currently searching for a seasonal intern/AIT for the upcoming 2025 golf season. Located 20 minutes north of Chicago, North Shore Country Club is a fully private, full service club covering 172 acres in Glenview, IL - one of Chicago's finest northern suburbs. Just 15 minutes from lake Michigan, we are confident an intern can enjoy all aspects of city living as well as “get away” at a moment's notice.    Job Description Interns will be involved in all aspects of daily golf course maintenance including some of the following, but not limited to: Walk mowing greens General upkeep of all short grass surfaces around the golf course Course setup (cutting cups, tee markers) Chem/fertilizer calibration and application Hand watering greens Equipment operation  Irrigation troubleshoot and repair Disease and drought scouting Introduction to small group management  Most importantly, the candidate best fit for our team will be an intrinsically-motivated, accountable, responsible, self-starter who aspires to have a career as a golf course superintendent. Our objective as an employer is to cater our teachings to your interests and areas of expertise, as well as give you all the necessary tools to enhance your turfgrass career. You will be exposed to new, innovative, unorthodox agronomic concepts studying under industry leading innovator Dan Dinelli. From in-house sand injection and unheard of water quality monitoring and treatment methods, to mitigating organic matter in greens using enzymes and peroxides, we are confident North Shore CC will stimulate thinking and growth within any candidate who joins our team. 

By Sand Valley, December 31, 2024 - Nekoosa, Wisconsin

Sand Valley provides a working environment where interns are executing the skills they study in school.  We are committed to exceeding guest expectations, along with our fast-paced environment interns are pushed to learn and succeed every day on the job.  Students who participate in the Sand Valley internship program should expect to have a world class learning experience.  Continued education that goes beyond the classroom.  Our program is designed to provide you with a practical account of all aspects of golf course maintenance and management skills including but not limited to: Participate with small construction and grow- in projects Aquatic maintenance of lakes and ponds Toro Lynx central control training Fertilizer/pesticide application, calibration and record keeping Management of small crews for various projects Turfgrass cultural practices (mowing, verticutting, topdressing, aerifying, rolling, etc…) Management of fine fescue fairways Water Management/Irrigation Management and restoration of natural areas/sand barrens. Natural bunker maintenance Exposure to minimalist maintenance approach producing firm and fast conditions Maintenance and daily setup of grass tennis courts Qualifications Positive attitude and eager to learn. Understand the commitment and time required in maintaining a world class golf resort. Excellent work ethic. If you are interested in joining the Sand Valley Team, please contact Rob Duhm, Director of Agronomy rduhm@sandvalley.com or you may contact each Superintendent directly: Sand Valley- Joe Jehnsen jjehnsen@sandvalley.com Mammoth Dunes- Andy Brownlow abrownlow@sandvalley.com Sandbox- Brandon Behrend bbehrend@sandvalley.com Sedge Valley - Sam Weber sweber@sandvalley.com Commons Course - Zach Jasin zjasin@sandvalley.com