Seasonal Intern

By The Riviera Country Club, March 12 - updated 6 hours ago - Pacific Palisades, California

  Golf Course Overview: The Riviera Country Club was designed by George C. Thomas Jr. in 1926. Since its establishment, the course has played host to four major championships along with the annual, Genesis Invitational hosted by the Tiger Woods Foundation. As the club approaches its centennial, we are preparing to host a series of prestigious events, including the 2026 Women’s Open, the 2028 Olympics for both men and women, and the 2031 U.S. Open. The historic Riviera Country Club is poised to make history once again.   Every Hole at The Riviera:    Job Description: Are you passionate about turf management and eager to kick-start your career in the golf course industry? We are offering an exciting internship opportunity for a motivated, hands-on individual to join our golf course maintenance team. This internship is designed to provide you with invaluable experience, working directly alongside our skilled team members and management. This role is a perfect opportunity to fulfill school requirements and immerse yourself in all aspects of golf course maintenance. As an intern, you’ll gain exposure to both the technical and leadership aspects of turf management. You will develop a diverse skill set that will set you apart in the competitive world of turf management. Plus, you’ll be guided by experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping you grow and succeed in the industry. Key Responsibilities: Assist in hand watering greens, ensuring optimal moisture levels, and collecting important data for course health. Support the application of fertilizers and chemicals to maintain vibrant, healthy turf across the course. Operate various state-of-the-art equipment used in the day-to-day maintenance of the golf course. Take on leadership roles by guiding small teams to effectively complete maintenance and construction projects. This internship offers the chance to not only gain essential turf management skills but also to build leadership experience in a real-world setting. If you're ready to learn from industry experts, take on exciting challenges, and develop a rewarding career in turf management, we want to hear from you!  

By Sleepy Hollow Country Club, May 10 - updated Wednesday at 08:05 PM - Briarcliff Manor, New York

  Sleepy Hollow Country Club is a private, 27-hole C.B MacDonald original design overlooking the Hudson River in Scarborough, New York.  SHCC is currently ranked 59th in the United States by Golf Digest, and 70th in the world by Golf Magazine.  The 338 acre property consists of a championship 18-hole Upper Course and an executive 9-hole Lower Course.  Hanse Golf Course Design completed a restoration of the Upper Course in 2016 that converted the greens construction to USGA specification while utilizing the original poa sod.  The Lower Course consists of native soil push-up greens, offering candidates an opportunity to manage both sand-constructed USGA greens and hundred year old native soil greens on the same property.   Seasonal interns will be an integral part of an agronomic team that strives to provide championship level conditioning on a daily basis to our membership and guests.  Interns are involved in every aspect of the day-to-day operations, and will work alongside all assistants and the superintendent.    Summer learning opportunities will include: Daily course setup, including special event/tournament setup strategy Advanced moisture management on all playing surfaces Plant protectant and fertilizer applications using wide array of equipment Spray hawks, boom sprayers, and GPS boom sprayers Irrigation system operation, repair, and maintenance practices Both new Toro 2-wire SmartHub system and Toro VP Satellite system In-season cultural practices, including spiking, needletining, topdressing, groom/brushing Involvement in disease/insect scouting, and IPM record-keeping Long and short term budgeting strategies Introduction to data collecting and digital tools Application record keeping using Playbooks, job scheduling using TaskTracker, speed and firmness data using the USGA GS3 ball and Deacon software Exposure to golf course construction projects and facility improvements Volunteer and networking opportunities at other top clubs in the Metropolitan area   Engaged interns will open more doors as they progress, and it is our hope that interns will seize the opportunity to convert their internship into a full time position.  Two of our current assistant superintendents came through the internship program, and we have placed six interns as assistant superintendents across the country in the last three years.  This is a great opportunity for both first year interns and post-graduates alike looking for a fast-paced environment to elevate and hone their skills as they work towards achieving their career goals.  The agronomy team is very well connected in the industry, and will do everything we can to help interns be as successful as possible in their future careers.  

By PGA WEST, April 7 - La Quinta, California

Golf Course Agronomy Intern Are you looking to be part of a company that will stand the test of time, create opportunities for you to grow and to have fun? Then we welcome you to join Century Golf Partners at PGA WEST as a Golf Course Agronomy Intern.  Long recognized as the Western Home of Golf in America™, PGA WEST® is a premier Southern California golf destination in La Quinta, California. Set against the beautiful Santa Rosa Mountains and spread over 2,200 acres, this golfer’s paradise features nine iconic championship golf courses, five of which are open to the public, designed by Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman, and Tom Weiskopf. Each course offers a distinctive layout and golf experience with multiple tee boxes for varying skill levels. PGA WEST is also home to the famed PGA WEST Golf Academy, immaculate practice facilities, five stunning clubhouses, multiple dining options, as well as a wide array of golf benefits, luxury amenities and social activities for Club Members. Every January, PGA WEST plays host to The American Express™ golf tournament, a highly anticipated PGA TOUR event and two-night live concert series.  In 2005, several of the partners came together to realize a long-desired dream and created Century Golf Partners; a golf investment and management company. In the same year, the company also acquired the exclusive worldwide rights to the Arnold Palmer Golf Management brand and accordingly, Century Golf Partners operates many of its clubs under the Arnold Palmer Golf Management name.    Our Purpose: To improve the lives of the people we serve. Our Mission: To be a Good Partner. Our Vision: To be the most sought after business partner in golf. Our Culture: We love serving others. We live by our team values, principles and Quality standards to create a fun atmosphere. This is the cornerstone of our success.   Our focus for you is to help develop your agronomic and business skillset to prepare for positions in our growing portfolio across the country. This position will be part of a company portfolio of private, public and resort courses throughout the U.S. We offer cross-facility training, scholarships and opportunities to participate in a PGA Tour event when we host The American Express at PGA WEST.  Your opportunity with us covers the biggest names in golf, including “The Happiest Place on Turf”: Walt Disney World Golf, PGA WEST, The Legends, The Nelson Golf and Sports Club and many more!  As we embark on this journey to be the most sought after business partner in golf, we seek a visionary and dynamic individual to be a key player in shaping our future. If you are ready to make a lasting impact while enjoying the ride, this is the place for you!

By RUMSON COUNTRY CLUB, April 3 - updated April 3 - 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 Weston Golf Club, March 7 - updated March 31 - Weston, Massachusetts

Weston Golf Club, located 15 minutes outside of Boston is seeking motivated individuals who have a willingness to learn and advance in the golf course industry.  Interns will work closely with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents to perform daily maintenance tasks.  Interns will be exposed to all aspects of the operation including, but not limited to: proper plant protectant calibration/application, detailed record keeping, water management on all surfaces, and the operation of all equipment.  Interns will also be heavily involved with many other agronomic practices to produce championship conditions daily. Weston Golf Club is undergoing a major renovation that is slated to start in July of 2026.  This is a great opportunity for an intern to get acclimated to our operation and be heavily involved with the construction in 2026.   $1,000 BONUS upon completion of internship

By Ocean Reef Club, March 25 - Key Largo, Florida

ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT FOR FALL/WINTER 25/26 Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, FL, is currently seeking interns for fall 2025 and winter 2026. ORC is a private members only facility located across 2000+ acres on the northern end of Key Largo. We are proud to be a Five Star Platinum Club, currently ranked #8 in the world. Club amenities include two 18 hole championship golf courses, a fitness center/spa, 10+ on property restaurants, a 175 slip marina, and a private members only airport.  ORC 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 managing two championship golf courses. This internship program is focused on getting each intern ready to make the transition to a full time assistant position. All of the superintendents here at ORC take great pride in this program, and are here to help you take that next step. 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       A note to any international applicants. Unfortunately we can not help with your work visa. Please apply after acquiring your visa/work permit. 

By Martis Camp Club, March 10 - 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 Stillwater Mountain Ranch, March 7 - Whitefish, Montana

6-hole Short Course with a Sports Field nestled within a 1700 acre development, minutes from Glacier National Park.  Mountain scenery and abundant wildlife surround the layout. The Homestead encompasses a true Montana experience through the tree lined course molded around a creek and natural topography.  The turf season runs from April through October.    The selected candidate will be expected to perform any and all maintenance tasks throughout the season. Qualified applicants should possess a minimum of three years golf course maintenance experience.  The individual must be driven, with the ability to diagnose problems and troubleshoot all aspects of turf maintenance.   Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt to changing work conditions are crucial for success.  All candidates should possess a valid Driver’s License.   Job Expectations:   Daily golf course and sports field maintenance (mowing; irrigating; cup setting; field prep) Ability to troubleshoot/repair/program irrigation Head projects, keep employees on task, set and meet project deadlines Scout the property for hazards/problem areas Coordinate schedules with Management Work 5 days/week; average 40 hour work weeks (April thru October) Vacations/ Time off requests need to be kept to ‘non’ peak season months Minimum Requirements:   Valid Driver’s License; Transportation   3 years’ experience in golf course maintenance

By Augusta Country Club, March 3 - Augusta, Georgia

Augusta Country Club - Augusta, Georgia - 2025 Seasonal Internship This internship will be an excellent opportunity to be exposed to new USGA specification putting greens, Tif-Eagle putting green management program, Zoysia grass management, and daily golf course maintenance. Interns will work closely with the management team on (but not limited to) chemical applications, irrigation R&M, and seasonal Zoysia/Bermudagrass cultural practices. Excellent opportunity to be exposed to new on course plantings during the Spring of 2025. Previous interns have moved on into either entry level assistant positions or technician roles. Currently on staff we have two former interns that we have promoted from within. Below are what a few former interns have had to say about their internship experience at Augusta Country Club. “I feel like I definitely grew both professionally and personally while an intern at Augusta Country Club. Upper management are very cognizant of agronomy and also your potential to grow. Great team atmosphere and a great place to build lasting relationships.” -current Assistant Golf Course Superintendent “I absolutely loved my time at Augusta Country Club. It was full of great experiences in the field alongside a great crew and managers.” – current Assistant Golf Course Superintendent “My internship was an incredible opportunity to experience maintenance at a high level. I got involved with the day-to-day operations and was able to learn a lot during my time. The culture that they have created gives you the best opportunity to succeed.” – current AIT at Augusta Country Club “My internship experience at Augusta Country Club provided me with a great learning experience. From the basics of walk mowing, changing cups, irrigation repairs, spraying pesticides/fertilizers, and many other cultural practices. The management staff gave me the tools during my internship to further develop my professional career.” -current 2nd Assistant at Augusta Country Club Augusta Country Club in Augusta, Georgia was founded in 1899. ACC is an 18-hole private club originally designed by Donald Ross. Over the last 20+ years, the club has put a lot of time and focus into the golf course with renovations happening in 2001, 2017, and recently in 2022. In 2001, the club converted putting greens from Penncross Bentgrass to A-1 Bentgrass. More recently in 2017, the club converted fairways/tees from 419 Bermuda Grass to Zorro Zoysia grass along with a new HDPE irrigation system and Better Billy Bunkers. In 2022, the golf course was closed for putting green reconstruction and conversation to Tif-Eagle berumda grass. Along with the putting greens, extensive tree work, green side bunker construction, and green surround sand capping were completed as well.   Please send cover letters, resumes, and references to: Dillon Scheer Golf Course Superintendent Augusta Country Club Augusta, Georgia dillon@augcc.com