Seasonal Intern

By The Riviera Country Club, June 12 - updated 7 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 Eastward Ho!, July 11 - updated 15 hours ago - Chatham , Massachusetts

    Eastward Ho! Is a private 18-hole Herbert Fowler design located on the coastline of Cape Cod.  Built in 1922 the course boasts unique architecture that follows the topography of glacial moraines. Interns work closely alongside the Superintendent in all aspects of turf maintenance.  This position requires a professionally driven individual who operates with the highest expectations and efficiencies. Strong organizational skills are preferred.  The correct candidate will work with seasoned crew through projects, applications, and daily operations. Individual understands the requirements and demands of turf improvement at a world class private facility. We are seeking individuals that understand what it takes to be the best. Current rankings include:  Golf Magazine – “Top 100 Courses in the U.S.” (#50), Top 100 Golf Courses "Top 100" (#71 [#35 in U.S.]), Golf Week – “Top 200 Classic” (#41), Golf Club Atlas – “Custodians of the Game” (#72 [#31 in U.S.]).   Responsibilities include: Managing small crews Irrigation repair and troubleshooting Spraying fairways and greens Water management/Hand watering Fertilizer applications/calibrations Aerification Assist the equipment technician with repairs and maintenance Operating tractors and loaders Course set-up Walk mow greens Walk mow tees and collar Green Expansions Bunker Reconstruction Tee Construction Fairway Expansions Native Sandy Area Construction

By Sands Point Golf Club, July 7 - updated July 7 - Sands Point, New York

  Sands Point Golf Club is a hidden links style gem located on the north shore of Long Island in Nassau County.  Designed by A.W. Tillinghast in 1927 with recent and future renovations by Keith Foster.  The expectation level of membership is to continue raising the bar every year agronomically and architecturally.  Starting September 9th, the course will begin a full bunker restoration along with tee and green expansions as we execute our Tillinghast Legacy Guide.  This fall will expose interns to course design, construction process and budget tracking, and in-house irrigation while still maintaining the course at an elite level. With a successful internship, this position can lead into a full time assistant role at SPGC in 2026.

By Sleepy Hollow Country Club, May 10 - updated May 28 - 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.