Seasonal Intern

By Grandfather Golf and Country Club, December 16, 2024 - Linville, North Carolina

Grandfather Golf & Country Club is a private 36-hole facility that is open from May- October with 12,000 annual rounds. Greens, tees, and fairways are Creeping Bentgrass/ Poa. Kentucky Bluegrass/ Mtn. Mix rough.  Interns will gain experience in irrigation, chemical applications and calibration, small crew management, disease identification, and other aspects of golf course maintenance. Interns can be involved in management meetings with the Superintendent and Assistants and provide input for the golf course's success. Our internship program aims to provide the best learning environment to prepare for the challenges and demands that will be faced in future careers. The right individual will have the opportunity to maintain the #2 ranked golf course in North Carolina.  This job's duties require a high degree of specialized expertise and skill in maintaining established standards of quality and accuracy. Drive, determination, and a self-disciplined approach to achieving results that meet these established criteria are necessary for successful job performance. The job environment is structured, and job expectations are clear. While the pace of the work is faster than average, quality is never compromised. The focus of communication and organizational relationships is based on technical expertise. The work requires specialized technical problem-solving and ingenuity while working within approved organizational systems and technology, and the demonstration of the values of integrity, quality, and caution. Innovative ideas and concepts are also important but will be carefully analyzed and tested before communication and adoption.

By Shady Canyon Golf Club, December 13, 2024 - Irvine, California

Responsible for daily preparation of the golf course. Performs chemical and fertilizer calibrations and applications. Irrigation repair and maintenance. Water management, including hand watering. May operate smaller equipment as directed by supervisor. Cleans equipment daily after use. Supervises and assist in small projects and labor crews. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the company as requested by the supervisor.

By Cohasset Golf Club, December 13, 2024 - Cohasset, Massachusetts

Established in 1894, Cohasset Golf Club is one of the oldest private clubs in New England.  Cohasset Golf Club is a challenging 18-hole Donald Ross course located on the South Shore of Boston.   Golf Course Projects Executed in 2025: Dredging of irrigation pond Small projects consisting of bunker sand replacement, irrigation installation, tee and green expansions Construction of new turf nursery in preparation for master plan renovation in Fall of 2026 Primary Responsibilities Of Position: Placement student will be an integral part of the daily maintenance operation.  Students will work with the Superintendent and Assistant in all aspects of golf course management to deliver unparalleled daily tournament conditions. To learn how to operate and maintain all pieces of equipment  To learn and implement the calibration and application of all fertilizers and pesticides To record all information on daily activities, climate, pesticide applications and fertilizer applications To perform basic skills in irrigation system maintenance and repair To check the course every day, as well as preparing the golf course for daily play To syringe turf areas as needed, as well as directing the green keepers who are syringing To lead small crews and oversee small scale projects on the golf course To perform other duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintedent and Assistant    

By Congressional Country Club, December 4, 2024 - updated December 13, 2024 - Bethesda, Maryland

Congressional Country Club is seeking seasonal Golf Course & Grounds Interns for the 2025 golf season. The 2025 season will be yet another exciting season here at Congressional. We are proudly hosting the Senior PGA Championship this May. This year’s interns will help us progress and prepare the club to host major championships in the future while also providing the best experience for our members and guests. This opportunity will allow students to get firsthand practical experience at one of the most storied clubs in the country on golf course maintenance. This summer the club is also ecstatic to break ground on constructing a brand new, state of the art maintenance facility and complex. Located in Bethesda, MD, Congressional Country Club is the #1 Platinum Club in the country. Congressional has a long-storied history of hosting Championships. In the last 15 years alone, Congressional has hosted the U.S. Open Championship in 2011 followed by two Quicken Loans National Tournaments (2014 & 2016). Congressional most recently hosted the 2022 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and the 2024 Junior PGA Championship. Congressional is proud to continue this history in agreement with the PGA of America in hosting seven more Championships in the next twelve years as follows: 2025 Senior PGA Championship 2027 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship 2029 PGA Professional Championship 2030 PGA Championship 2033 Senior PGA Championship 2037 Ryder Cup Job Description: Interns will be involved in the daily maintenance of two golf courses, Blue and Gold, and will work closely with the Superintendents and Assistants. Interns will learn fertilizer/pesticide calibration as well as proper application practices. Daily jobs will include but not limited to course setup, irrigation repair, disease identification, and water management on USGA and pushup greens. Interns will also be exposed to the equipment maintenance and clubhouse horticulture/grounds side of the operation. Congressional Country Club prides itself on a positive learning experience for all interns of various skill levels.         Please email resume to: Peter Wendt CGCS, Director of Golf Courses and Grounds: pwendt@ccclub.org Andrew Crawford, Blue Course Superintendent: acrawford@ccclub.org   Jarrett Kramer, Gold Course Superintendent: jkramer@ccclub.org

By Shady Canyon Golf Club, December 12, 2024 - Irvine, California

Responsible for daily preparation of the golf course. Performs chemical and fertilizer calibrations and applications. Irrigation repair and maintenance. Water management, including hand watering. May operate smaller equipment as directed by supervisor. Cleans equipment daily after use. Supervises and assist in small projects and labor crews. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the company as requested by the supervisor. 

By Pikewood National Golf Club, December 10, 2024 - Morgantown, West Virginia

Course Overview: Pikewood National Golf Club, located southeast of Morgantown, WV, has been ranked by Forbes Magazine as #2 among “The Five Hardest Golf Courses in the U.S.” and by Golf Digest as #18 among “America’s 20 Hardest Golf Courses”, #79 among "The World Top 200 Greatest Courses" in 2018, # 30 among "America's Greatest 100 Golf Courses” in 2021, and "Best New Private Course" in 2009.  In 2011 Link magazine listed Pikewood National #7 on its "Top 10 One-Hit Wonders"..  The course takes full advantage of the picturesque West Virginia Mountains boasting breath-taking vistas on nearly every hole.  Pikewood National is a private 18 hole golf course which is highly exclusive to members who enjoy golf at its purest state.  This is a great opportunity to work with a crew that is highly motivated to become successful in this industry.  The grass varieties at Pikewood National are: Greens (A1/A4 bentgrass), Approaches, Tees, Fairways (L93), Rough (Kentucky bluegrass and fescue mix), and Native areas (fescue). Position Summary: As a key member of the Pikewood National Golf Club maintenance team, the Summer Intern works directly with the Assistants-in-Training, Assistant Superintendents and Golf Course Superintendent and assists with the day-to-day maintenance and agronomic practices of the golf course and adjacent grounds, including but not limited to the clubhouse landscaping and maintenance complex.  The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual who is looking to eventually become a Golf Course Superintendent.  This candidate should be a self-starter who takes pride in his/her work ethic and values the importance of being a team player.  This position will expose the candidate to a wide variety of turf practices.  The Pikewood Turf Crew understands the importance of sound agronomic practices.  Pikewood National Golf Club strives to become better and better each day and we would love for your positive attitude and strong work ethic to be a part of our team! Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements: Must have a strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business.   Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Seeking candidates that can work anywhere from a 3 month to 9 month internship. Position Responsibilities: Daily mowing of all playing surfaces with walk-behind units and riding units. Proper water management (hand watering, using irrigation heads, etc.). Fertilizer and chemical applications (proper calibration and techniques). Proper course set up (daily hole locations, tee locations and detail work). Cultural practices (topdressing, aerification, moisture management, etc.) Irrigation maintenance (irrigation head fixes, pipe repairs, locating/troubleshooting wiring issues) Learning how to manage according to the weather. Communicate well with the crew, management and members. Carry oneself with professionalism in both appearance and demeanor. Understand the importance of networking, career preparation, and record keeping.  Working Conditions: The employee is often required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. They will occasionally be required to balance, stoop, twist upper body, kneel, and climb. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 30lbs occasionally. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception. Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards. Noise level is typically moderate to loud. Work extended hours during golf and holiday season Work weekends and holidays. Watch this video to see what you can expect as a turfgrass intern - PIkewood National Internship Video Pikewood National Truly is the Greatest Walk in Golf- https://vimeo.com/847127942/ed55721e1a?share=copy Intern Brochure- https://view.joomag.com/2017-turfgrass-intern-information-at-pikewood-national-golf-club-p5-pwn71175-intern-collateral-packet-spreads-nobleeds/0081146001509651072?short      

By TIGER POINT GOLF CLUB, December 9, 2024 - GULF BREEZE, Florida

Located on a sand bar in Gulf Breeze, FL., Tiger Point Golf Club is designed along the Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Bay by Jerry Pate Design.  Tiger point has recently completed a full bunker renovation, irrigation renovation, and an extensive native plant material restoration. The successful candidate will be a coachable, aggressive, outside the box thinker.  Tiger Point has a great track record of honing young professional’s skill sets.  TP interns are expected to become core members of our maintenance team. Interns with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and a willingness to learn will gain vital experience in working with not only superintendents of Tiger Point Golf Club but will be given the opportunity to work with Head Superintendents in the NW Florida/Alabama panhandle surrounding area. This internship program is focused on getting each intern ready to make the transition to a full-time assistant position. While here, each intern will be involved in every aspect of golf course maintenance, with particular emphasis on the following areas: Chemical/Fertilizer application and calibration Moisture Management Irrigation trouble shooting and maintenance Warm season turf cultural practices    

By The Augusta National Golf Club, December 3, 2024 - updated December 7, 2024 - Augusta, Georgia

To provide a basic understanding of golf course operations and practices, a wide exposure to ANGC golf course maintenance when possible. This person, with their knowledge of agronomics and equipment operation, supports the Golf Course maintenance staff in its mission to ANGC. Essential Functions of the Job Assists in pesticide and fertilizer applications. Performs calibrations of spreader and sprayer units. Mows greens, approaches, collars, fairways, second cut, etc. with appropriate equipment in a safe and timely manner. Portrays an image which reflects positively on all ANGC, members, guests, patrons and fellow employees. Administers ANGC water management philosophy for summer and seasonal situations with regards to Bent grass, Perennial ryegrass and various varieties of Bermuda grasses. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean and efficient work environment at all times. Operates, inspects, and cleans equipment in strict accordance with ANGC operational and safety guidelines, report unsafe equipment or activities to appropriate supervisor. Identifies disease and pest issues using ANGC resources and reports them to management. Assists in irrigation repair and maintenance.   Other Duties and Responsibilities Proposes improvement ideas to the Golf Course Management team. Properly utilizes safety equipment provided by ANGC. Works in a manner which does not disrupt the members and their guests. Performs all other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the job.   Qualifications (required unless stated otherwise):         Skills/Knowledge/Attributes: Basic knowledge and operational experience of turf equipment Basic understanding of the fundamentals of golf course etiquette in a private atmosphere Experience/Education: Participant of an accredited Turf program or related field Previous experience in landscaping or grounds keeping environment required Required License(s): Possess a valid driver’s license and/or successfully completes the Club’s internal motor vehicle training program Work Environment The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work for this position is usually performed in a climate-controlled environment.  However, the employee may be required to work outside in extreme heat, cold, rain, wind or inclement weather as the demands of the position so dictate.   This position will expose employees to the following, but not limited to; carbon monoxide fumes from equipment, various insects and animals, electrical outlets and wiring, grease and hot oils from equipment, high noise levels, flying golf balls, welding devices with open flame, a variety of grinders, saws, fans, etc., along with dirt, mud, pollen, and approved pesticides.  Equipment used includes but is not limited to; fly mower, Weedeater, Squeegee, sod cutter, Levelawn, portable gas container, bucket, rag, soap and water, soil floating devices, utility type vehicle, skid loader, forklift, utility trailer, dump trailer, miscellaneous hand tools, hand and mechanical edgers, tractor shovels, various rakes, hammers, staple and glue.  Safety equipment includes; goggles, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, seat belts, hard hat, gloves, rain suit, appropriate protective respiratory devices and insect repellant.   Projected Work Schedule: Normal work hours are 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.  Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as dictated by the needs of the business. Physical Demands The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds and frequently required to talk and/or hear.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to use arms, hands and fingers to handle or lift items.  The employee is constantly required to stand and walk, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms and/or drive a golf cart.  The employee is also required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as but not limited to: preparing and analyzing data and figures, visual inspection involving property maintenance, hazards and safety violations, and/or operation of machines (including inspection).

By Old Baldy Club, November 11, 2024 - updated December 6, 2024 - Saratoga, Wyoming

Old Baldy Club takes pride in preparing and maintaining the course at championship conditions on a daily basis throughout the season. Like most private facilities, we host many tournaments and events including FootJoy Pro-Am, member-member, member-guest, men’s day, etc.   This internship provides detailed hands-on training in all aspects of golf course maintenance. Our goal is to provide the best learning experience possible to further your career. In doing so, our interns will hold high responsibility in maintaining superior course conditions. Duties will include, but are not limited to, mowing, course set-up, fertilizer/pesticide applications and record keeping, irrigation, water management, topdressing and involvement in several course projects.   We are looking for highly motivated individuals that take personal pride in the work that they accomplish. Expectation levels are high. Students must be willing to work long hours, self-motivated, attentive to detail, responsible, and punctual.  You will spend significant time working directly with the GCS and the assistant who are both genuinely invested in their interns' long-term success in this business.   This will be a great hands-on learning experience for anybody considering a career in Golf Course Maintenance.

By The Ford Field and River Club, December 5, 2024 - updated December 5, 2024 - Richmond Hill, Georgia

Primary areas of Student Superintendent enrichment and growth include: 1.  Spray programs- comprehensive experience in the development of spray programs, applying, calculating and inventory management. Learn to operate the latest GPS John Deere Fairway sprayers with our state-of-the- art equipment package. 2.  Putting Green Management- comprehensive experience in hand watering, vertical mowing, aeration, Dry-Ject process, hydrojecting, speed management, Topdressing programs and an introduction to the grass reading program. 3.  Fairway Management: comprehensive experience in fairway aeration, Radical Topdressing Programs, Ryegrass transitional program, Off-type bermudagrass eradication program, and more. 4. Rough Management: comprehensive experience in bermudagrass scalping procedures and false node management. 5.  Tee Management: experience in Fraze mowing, aeration, radical topdressing program and tee top alignment procedures. 6.  Equipment Fleet: be exposed to and spend time with our equipment manager and state of the art equipment fleet. 7.  Irrigation Management: learn to operate state-of-the-art Irrigation System equipped with the latest Toro Lynx Software package, in-ground Turf Guard Soil Sensors and new HDPE irrigation pipe and fittings. 8.  Drainage: experience seepage drainage installation and learn how firm and fast is created. 9.  Life-Work Balance: surround yourself with professionals working in their profession at the highest level while maintaining healthy lives outside of work. The capstone of the internship program takes place when each Student Superintendent is responsible for the management of the golf maintenance crew during their last week of employment, as the acting Assistant Superintendent.

By Hyannisport Club, December 5, 2024 - updated December 5, 2024 - Barnstable, Massachusetts

Course Description:   Hyannisport Club is a private 18-hole Donald Ross designed seaside links overlooking Nantucket Sound located in the village of Hyannis Port on Cape Cod. Rich in American Golf History, Hyannisport Club was established in 1897 as a 6-hole golfing ground laid out by summer resident John Reid, a founding father of the USGA. In 1902, Alex Findlay, the “Father of American Golf” was hired to improve and expand the property to a 9- hole golf course. After acquiring additional land in 1913, the club hired noted golf professional and architect Donald Ross to expand/reconfigure Hyannisport Club to an 18-hole golf course. With the purchase of an additional 40 acres in 1930, Ross would once again redesign existing holes and add new golf holes as we know it today. Working with Golf Course Architect Ron Forse, Hyannisport Club continues to implement course improvements based on the original Donald Ross blueprints. Hyannisport Club is recognized as a Certified Audubon Sanctuary Golf Course and is consistently ranked as one of the top golf courses in Massachusetts.

By Martis Camp Club, December 4, 2024 - Truckee, California

Join an agronomy team in Tahoe working near the shores of Lake Tahoe!  Martis Camp is currently seeking self-motivated, detail-oriented candidates to apply for an internship position available for this upcoming 2025 season.  This position will work under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendents. As an intern you will be a key component in data collection and assisting in making agronomic choices.  We are on the cutting edge of new technology and actively applying this data to help us make data driven solutions.  You will be working with Husqvarna autonomous mowers, GPS sprayers, TurfRad soil moisture sensors daily! On a daily basis we monitor many data points on greens.  Daily VWC  Clipping volume  Sand topdressing amounts  Water quality management  Firmness     We are committed to elimination of poa in our putting surfaces and teeing grounds.  We deploy a multitude of tactics to remove poa mechanically, chemically and through cultural practices that inhibit poa  growth.  You will be a part of regressing select tees and approaches that have poa levels over our acceptable threshold.  Managing pure A-4 putting surfaces in a short growing season is a skill that every turf student should learn and at Martis Camp you have that opportunity.  We will help tailor an internship that will add to your current skill set.  This will allow us to build upon what you already know and teach you what you need to know to be successful in this industry.  Not only will you get premier course experience you will be able to attend club meetings, local GCSAA chapter meetings and be involved in agronomic planning.   We will build your leadership skills through crew management, leading projects and professional development.  Said candidate does not need to possess proficiency in these categories only willingness to learn.     Either 3- or 6-month internships are available and can begin as early as April. Please send a résumé and cover letter when applying.  This internship has a flexible schedule that will allow the candidate to enjoy all the exciting outdoor activities the great Lake Tahoe area has to offer.  Explore amazing hikes on the Pacific Crest Trail, blue-ribbon fly-fishing waters and world-class skiing at the spring skiing capital of the world.  It is rare to be able to play 18 holes of golf and ski in the same day, but that is all possible with an internship at Martis Camp.      Martis Camp is committed to providing championship level playing surfaces for our members on a daily basis.  We also understand the importance of hosting USGA and regional championship tournaments to help grow the game of golf and showcase our facilities.    2011 Pacific Coast Amateur (Champion Chris Williams)  2013 USGA Boys Junior Championship (Champion Scottie Scheffler)  2023 USGA Senior Amateur (Champion Todd White)    Martis Camp is a private residential community located in North Lake Tahoe. The Tom Fazio designed golf course has A4 putting surfaces, Dominant Extreme bentgrass tees, and Kentucky bluegrass fairways.  We are in the process of resurfacing tees and approaches with poa level over our acceptable threshold.  Our Golf Course Maint team also takes care of seven multiuse parks, 18-hole bentgrass putting course, six bocce ball courts, croquet lawn, six water features, amphitheater, 26 miles of hiking and biking trails, and all landscapes for Martis facility buildings.  We have a broad scope of work outside of the golf course so this allows us to expose interns to new and exciting opportunities that you would not normally get from just a golf course.  We will also be evaluating problem areas to update drainage and irrigation and add to those as needed.  In the 2024 season we began rebuilding our front nine and back nine restrooms and transforming those into comfort stations with beverages, made to order food, snacks and much more!  In the 2021 season we completed a full bunkers renovation complete with reshaping all bunkers, all new sand, liners, irrigation and drainage.     

By Mountain Ridge Country Club, October 26, 2024 - updated December 2, 2024 - West Caldwell, New Jersey

Mountain Ridge Country Club, located in West Caldwell, New Jersey, is looking for aspiring turf students to fill internship positions for the 2025 golf season. Mountain Ridge is an 18-hole golf club designed by the well-known architect Donald Ross. Having hosted USGA and LPGA events, Mountain Ridge provides a true test of golf for those who play. While previous experience in turf maintenance is preferred, it is not a requirement. An ideal applicant is someone with a strong desire to learn about turf management for the game of golf and who is willing to work hard to demonstrate that commitment. Our goal as a management staff is to provide interns with the foundational tools needed for success as they advance in their careers.

By Bayonne Golf Club, November 9, 2024 - updated December 2, 2024 - Bayonne, New Jersey

  Located 4 miles from Lower Manhattan on the New York Harbor, Bayonne Golf Club is the "true links" gem of NYC. Opening in 2006, Bayonne Golf Club continues to be revered as one of the area’s most exclusive golfing experiences. Bayonne Golf Club is consistently ranked among the best courses both in the state of New Jersey and nationally. We are looking for a person with a strong work ethic and desire to advance within the industry to work very closely alongside the assistant superintendents and superintendent. An internship at Bayonne Golf Club is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience maintaining a high end private course in an extremely competitive market. Interns at Bayonne Golf Club quickly develop the skill set needed to become an assistant superintendent and superintendent. We pride ourselves in always promoting from within whenever possible. We are currently regrading and soding all 19 greens with 007XL bentgrass. Many capital improvement projects have been completed over the last 3 years. They include new greens construction, tee construction, path installation, stack sod bunker construction, and significant regrading projects. Projects scheduled for 2025 are new green construction, building of shortgame practice area, stack sod bunker construction, and fairway regrading.  Bayonne Golf Club is an excellent opportunity for a student attending Rutgers University. Rutgers is located about 25 minutes away. Interns could continue living in employee housing while attending Rutgers. If interested please click the link below to view a short video.    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmlwmWyHNSA

By Cherokee Town and Country Club, November 26, 2024 - updated November 26, 2024 - Sandy Springs, Georgia

Cherokee Town & Country Club in Sandy Springs, GA is seeking to hire a seasonal Golf Course Maintenance Intern to assist in maintaining the golf course maintenance facility in the busy summer months. Are you looking for a great internship with one of the top rated Platinum Clubs of America? Are you interested in a program where you will get to learn the ends and outs of golf course maintenance? Would you like to grow your career while learning from some of the best leaders in the industry? If so, keep reading! Golf Course Maintenance Interns earn a competitive wage. They also enjoy free meals while on duty, a work uniform, employee golf available on most Mondays, employee recognition opportunities, and employee appreciation events. If that weren't enough, our interns also receive on-site, furnished housing. If this sounds like the perfect landscaping internship for you, apply today!   A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE INTERN As a Golf Course Maintenance Intern, you have the opportunity to be involved in every facet of the golf course maintenance team. In a hands-on learning environment, your complete tasks such as course set up, spray application/calibration, moisture management, irrigation repair and maintenance, and operation of all equipment. You also have the opportunity to spend time in the mechanic's shop learning how to set mower heights, grind reels, change oil, and general repair and maintenance.   QUALIFICATIONS Currently enrolled in or plan to enroll in a 2 or 4-year Turfgrass Management program. Do you have great attention to detail? Are you a self-motivated person who loves learning new skills? Do you enjoy landscaping and being outside? Are you attentive to safety? If so, you may be perfect for this internship!   WORK SCHEDULE This summer position works weekdays, every other weekend, or every weekend.   ABOUT CHEROKEE TOWN & COUNTRY CLUB Chartered in 1956, Cherokee Town and Country Club is recognized as one of America's premier private clubs. Our Town Club occupies the famed Grant Estate on West Paces Ferry Road in Buckhead, and our Country Club is located near the Chattahoochee River in Sandy Springs. The excellence of our facilities, combined with our commitment to the highest standards in dining and member services, has brought the club an extraordinary number of honors and awards throughout the years. We are in the "happiness business" and believe in a positive "What can I do? How can I help?" attitude. We refer to our high expectations for our staff as the "Cherokee Standard." We value our employees for their hard work and dedication. Here at Cherokee Town & Country Club, we are proud of our top-notch working environment supported by a high-quality team management approach that includes competitive wages and awesome perks.   A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE INTERN As a Golf Course Maintenance Intern, you have the opportunity to be involved in every facet of the golf course maintenance team. In a hands-on learning environment, you complete tasks such as course set up, spray application/calibration, moisture management, irrigation repair and maintenance, and operation of all equipment. You also have the opportunity to spend time in the mechanic's shop learning how to set mower heights, grind reels, change oil, and general repair and maintenance.   ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you feel that you are right for this summer landscaping position, complete our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!    

By RUMSON COUNTRY CLUB, November 26, 2024 - Rumson, New Jersey

Rumson Country Club is an 18 hole private golf facility located on the Jersey Shore. The membership amenities at Rumson CC are vast; not only an 18 hole championship course, but we possess a driving range, short game practice area, croquet court, tennis courts, paddle tennis courts, skeet and trap shooting range, pool, marina, and a sailing club. The club is located 40 minutes south of New York City, 90 minutes from Philadelphia, and 3 minutes from the beach. We have renovations projects planed for the next several years. This will be a great learning opportunity as all parts of the golf course will be addressed.

By Old Sawmill Golf Club, November 21, 2024 - Ridgeville, South Carolina

Old Sawmill Golf Club, a Tyler Rae design located just 25 minutes outside of Charleston is a brand new highly upscale and very exclusive golf club. The course will be conditioned and managed to the highest industry standards. The Club is founded on 3 pillars, Respect the game and golf course, respect each other and respect the staff! This dynamic design is bringing a boldly crafted golf course that will no doubt be one of the best designs in the low country.  The Club is comprised of a 9-hole short course with large PG known as the "Lumberyard" opening this fall and the 18-hole main course currently under construction with an opening date in Fall 2025. This is excellent opportunity for individuals to gain experience in construction and grow-in activities.  Grasses to be utilized are Tif-eagle and Tif-tuff bermudagrasses. All to be sprigged beginning May 15th 2025. This will be a shoulder season Club, and all surfaces will be overseeded from October to June. Full housing is provided onsite in a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom brand new farmhouse on property.  Interested individuals please email Chris Fletcher at chris.fletcher@oldsawmillgc.com.  

By Turning Stone Resort, November 21, 2024 - Verona, New York

Are you passionate about golf and eager to kick-start your career in Golf Course Management? Join us at Turning Stone Resort, a world-class golf destination with three championship golf courses, for an exceptional internship experience tailored to your unique interests and career goals. https://www.turningstone.com/  

By Galena Golf Club, November 18, 2024 - Galena, Illinois

Seasonal Internship The internship program will offer a wide variety of exposure, as we look to integrate personnel into all facets of golf course maintenance.  We aim to tailor the program to the specific needs of the student, with the sole intention to accelerate growth in areas of greatest necessity.  Interns will work closely with the team and will be key players in the success of the golf course.  Experience and training will include but is not limited to: Day to day maintenance (mowing of all surfaces, course set-up, rolling etc.) General turfgrass management and cultivation on all surfaces Maintenance of bentgrass greens and bluegrass fairways Precision moisture management of putting greens with use of TDR on surfaces IPM (application of fertilizer and pesticides, calibration of sprayers and spreaders, documentation and planning) Planning/completing course improvement projects Irrigation troubleshooting and repair Equipment maintenance (checking HOC, grinding reels and bedknives, etc.) Small crew management Involved in daily planning and scheduling of agronomic plan to improve awareness and understanding of concepts that produce championship conditions Educational Requirements Must be currently enrolled or graduated from a 2 or 4 year turfgrass management program or agronomy related field Experience Requirements Previous golf course experience is preferred but not required Job Benefits $15/ hour plus overtime Golf privileges Date Job is Available April 1 Salary $15 per hour Overtime: Yes Job Application Instructions Send Cover Letter and Resume to jadsteeler71@yahoo.com  

By Bethpage State Park Black Course, October 26, 2024 - Farmingdale, New York

Bethpage State Park has five – 18 Hole courses that host hundreds of thousands of golfers each year.  The Black Course has hosted two US Opens, two FedEx Cup Barclays Tournaments, the 2019 PGA Championship and in 2025 will host the biggest event in golf, the Ryder Cup.  In 2025 we will be laser focused to prepare the Black Course to be in peak condition in September for the Ryder Cup.  You will be part of the agronomic preparations and also see the build out begin in May and all the details and moving parts associated with hosting a major tournament.  In addition to the core maintenance practices needed to maintain and prepare our courses interns are also trained to spray fairways, tees and greens, assist with irrigation repair.   New housing onsite offers great convenience, very close to Farmingdale Village and other amenities.

By Huntingdon Valley Country Club, October 25, 2024 - updated October 25, 2024 - Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania

  Course Description: Huntingdon Valley Country Club is a private, family-oriented club with 27 championship golf holes designed by William Flynn. HVCC is ranked among the Top 100 Classic Courses in America and the Top 10 in Pennsylvania, with a rich history of hosting local and national championships and producing outstanding championship golfers. HVCC prides itself providing extremely firm and fast conditions and unique challenges to players of all skillsets. The club recently installed a new Toro Lynx irrigation system (2023-24) and will be undertaking several capital projects, including tree management, creek erosion protection, fine fescue establishment, green and fairway expansions, bunker renovations, maintenance facility upgrades, and more. In 2020, a  group of members here at HVCC started the Super Scratch Charity Foundation, which has awarded $150K in turfgrass scholarships since its founding and continues to grow.   Position Description: As a Seasonal Intern, you’ll work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent and Agronomy Team to deliver championship conditions for our members. We are seeking motivated individuals eager to learn and grow within the industry. Our goal is to prepare young professionals for the next steps in their careers through hands-on experience at a top-tier private club in the competitive Philadelphia market.   Responsibilities Include: Daily Course Maintenance & Setup Mowing: Perform mowing operations on greens, tees, fairways, and rough using walking or riding mowers. Bunker Maintenance: Raking bunkers manually or using mechanized bunker rakes, checking sand depths, and ensuring consistent quality. Cup Cutting & Course Setup: Change pin locations, set up tee markers, and maintain consistent green conditions. Stringent Water Management & Irrigation Hand watering: Learn techniques of minimalist soil moisture management with emphasis on firm and fast conditioning while also maintaining pristine and consistent playing surfaces. Irrigation Repairs & Maintenance: Assist with troubleshooting, repairing heads, leaks, and ensuring proper water distribution to key areas. Pest & Disease Monitoring Scouting for Pests: Regularly inspect greens, fairways, and rough for signs of pests, disease, and turf stress. Disease Prevention & Control: Gain exposure to applications of pesticides, fungicides, and other control measures under supervision. Cultural Practices Aerification & Topdressing: Assist with aerification of greens, tees, and fairways using various techniques and machinery. Verticutting & Grooming: Perform verticutting on greens and fairways to reduce thatch and improve playing surfaces. Overseeding & Seeding: Participate in seeding operations for seasonal transition or recovery in specific areas. Sod Installation & Repair: Learn to cut, lay, and maintain sod in high-wear or newly renovated areas. Equipment Maintenance & Operation Equipment Operation: Safely operate and maintain various groundskeeping equipment such as mowers, rollers, blowers, and utility vehicles. Basic Equipment Care: Learn daily and weekly maintenance routines like greasing, cleaning, and inspecting machinery to ensure proper operation. Record Keeping & Data Collection Record Application Data: Assist in documenting chemical applications, irrigation schedules, and daily maintenance tasks. Weather Monitoring: Track weather conditions and assist in adjustments to maintenance practices based on changing conditions. Professional Development & Learning Mentorship Sessions: Participate in scheduled mentorship meetings with the Superintendent and other senior staff to discuss career goals and industry trends. Course Walks & Assessment: Join the Superintendent for morning or evening course walks to assess turf health, project progress, and daily conditions. Tournament Preparation: Gain hands-on experience with tournament setup, including intensive preparations, mowing patterns, and detail work. Volunteer at Tournaments: Get opportunities to volunteer at local or regional tournaments to expand industry exposure and networking. Team Collaboration & Leadership Project Coordination: Work with other team members on large-scale projects, including drainage installation, creek erosion repair, and fescue management. Leadership Opportunities: Lead small crews on daily tasks or during project work to build leadership skills and confidence. Safety & Protocol Adherence: Understand and follow all safety guidelines, PPE requirements, and club protocols.