Seasonal Intern

By The Prairie Club, October 16 - Valentine, Nebraska

Opened in 2010, The Prairie Club is a golf resort in the sandhills region of Nebraska home to three nationally recognized golf courses. The Tom Lehman designed Dunes Course is ranked by Golf Magazine as the 28th best public course in America, and as the 36th best public course by Golf Digest. The Pines Course, designed by Graham Marsh, was recognized by Golf Digest in 2025 as the 90th best public course in America. The Horse Course, designed by Gil Hanse and Geoff Shackelford, is on Golf Digest’s list of Most Fun Courses You Can Play.    The Prairie Club offers many unique aspects to learn from. With courses rotating between member and public play on a daily basis, interns can expect to see both aspects and the relation to golf course maintenance. The scale and size of the property is matched by very few golf courses in the world. Environmental challenges and wild swings in weather can lead to fun and interesting problems to solve. Interns will be involved in all aspects of maintenance on both courses. The agronomy team will work with the intern to help them achieve any and all of their set learning goals. In addition to daily maintenance, previous interns have been able to gain experience with spraying, hand watering, construction projects, and crew leadership. At the end of the summer, interns will get the opportunity to be a course superintendent for a week with control over scheduling, job assignments, and decision making.  Internship video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJudAubxwzc    

By White Bear Yacht Club, October 14 - updated October 14 - Dellwood, Minnesota

White Bear Yacht Club was originally founded as a sailing club in 1889.  The club started with nine holes laid out by William Watson and expanded to 18 holes by 1915. The golf course still plays to 17 of the original greens!  It is a premier golf experience, not just for the Twin Cities but for the Midwest in general. Interns will be regarded as assistant superintendents, providing them with what we think is a very comprehensive experience in golf course maintenance.  Throughout their experience, they will be entrusted with responsibilities that encourage ownership, including but not limited to: -Chemical and fertilizer calibrations and applications -Operation and troubleshooting of a Rain Bird two-wire HDPE system -Golf course setup for peak performance -Introduction to small-group and large-group leadership -Introduction to budgeting and expense management Additionally, there are always more learning opportunities based upon the student's or recent graduate's interest.

By Luling, October 10 - updated October 13 - Luling, Texas

Join the team at Luling as we continue to build our private 36 hole golf club currently undergoing multiple facets of both construction and grow-in. Located equidistant to both San Antonio and Austin, Luling Texas offers the perfect site to bring a world class golf course to central Texas. Both golf courses are currently being built on an over 1500 acre property, surrounded by working cattle ranches, and have natural barrancas flowing throughout. Ultimately the livestock will roam fenced areas throughout the golf courses and their many  pasture lands creating a picturesque environment for golf.    The membership will be largely national and is expected to be invitation-only with less than 10,000 rounds. Course #1 has been designed by Kyle Franz while the OCM (Ogilvy, Cocking, and Mead) team are currently designing course #2. Both courses, while possessing vastly different designs, will blend modern architecture with the Texas Hill Country landscape and provide the firm and fast conditions expected of a world class golf course. The club additionally will add a driving range and short course to be completed after the initial two courses.    Interns will be exposed to all aspects of golf course maintenance and construction. Interns will spend time on each course allowing for exposure to both world class conditioning and construction. Our philosophy is to ensure students are ready to progress into the next stages of their careers upon completion of their internship at Luling. Full-time employment available upon completion of degree or certification program. Additionally interns will have the option for tournament volunteer experience.

By Winged Foot Golf Club, October 13 - Mamaroneck, New York

Winged Foot Golf Club is a 36-hole facility located in Mamaroneck NY, just 10 miles north of New York City. The club has a long history of hosting major championships and is one of the only properties in the country to have two Top 100 ranked golf courses. Winged Foot will be hosting the 2028 U.S. Open.   We are looking to add motivated turfgrass interns to our team for the 2026 season. Interns are an integral part of our team and will be very hands-on with all parts of our maintenance operation. We expect interns to be self-starters and have a desire to maintain two golf courses at major championship conditioning. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that is preparing to host the U.S. Open in 2028. We strongly believe in retention and promotion from within our team. Our goal is to help you gain the skills and knowledge to become a successful Golf Course Superintendent in your career.  Responsibilities  Mowing and rolling of all playing surfaces  Course Setup - Hole locations, tee setup, details  Proper moisture management on poa/bent playing surfaces  Hand watering, use of RainBird Cirrus Pro, TDR moisture meters  Fertilizer and chemical applications, calibration and record keeping  John Deere GPS, Toro 1750s, Spray hawks, Backpack  Irrigation Maintenance  Adjusting heads, pipe repair, troubleshooting wire issues  Cultural practices  Topdressing, aeration, spiking, grooming  Communicate and work with a crew of up to 55 employees  Assist with maintenance of ornamental beds and landscapes  Projects  Drainage, SubAir, irrigation, landscape improvements  Able to work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations  West Course Flyover

By Hermitage Golf Course, October 11 - Old Hickory, Tennessee

Hermitage Golf Course is looking for our 2026 class of interns who are eager to learn, work hard, and enjoy all that Nashville, Tennessee has to offer. Hermitage Golf Course is home to two 18- hole championship golf courses. The Generals Retreat consists of 419 bermudagrass tees, fairways, approaches, and roughs with mini-verde ultra-dwarf bermudagrass putting greens. The Presidents Reserve consists of 419 bermudagrass tees and roughs, zeon zoysiagrass fairways and tif-eagle ultra-dwarf bermudagrass putting greens. We are currently converting tee surrounds on the Presidents Reserve from bermudagrass to tall fescue native area. Our goal is to provide you with necessary knowledge and experience to further your career in the golf course and/or turf management industry. On-site housing is provided!

By Wilmington Country Club, September 30 - updated October 11 - Wilmington, Delaware

Set among the rolling hills of the Delaware Valley, our storied history of over 120 years has solidified Wilmington Country Club as one of the finest and most prestigious clubs in the country. Home to two world class golf courses, Wilmington Country Club has hosted a number of USGA and National Amateur Championships. The Club hosted the PGA TOUR as the site for the 2022 BMW Championship. The club comprises of 36 holes of golf, along with an extensive racquets program, including grass tennis courts.  A renovation of the North Course is planned for 2027 that will include a campus wide irrigation installation. Founded in 1901, Wilmington Country Club will celebrate it's 125th anniversary. The campus is centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic, two hours in either direction to New York City or Washington, DC. This location allows our agronomy department to manage both cool-season and warm-season turfgrasses, presenting a unique opportunity for students. In addition, you will increase your professional network by interacting with various consultants and field visits to neighboring sports turf facilities.   For more information, visit us on Instagram @wcc1901_agro and review our internship brochure listed below to learn more about the Club and this exciting opportunity to work with our TEAM.

By Sand Valley, October 10 - Nekoosa, Wisconsin

The Lido is a historical masterpiece, originally built on Long Island, NY in 1917. It was considered one of golf’s greatest treasures, until the land was taken over as a U.S. Naval Base in 1940. The original Lido course is now a residential neighborhood, and 80 years later, The Keiser Family is restoring the historic course in the Central Sands of Wisconsin. The development covers approximately 850 acres with a private clubhouse, a pro shop, 17 homesites, and 5 miles of private hiking and biking trails. www.TheLido.com  Description 90 acres of fine fescue fairways and tees 5.5 acres of bentgrass greens Participate with construction and grow-in of The Lido including: seeding greens, tees, fairways and native areas using various techniques including hyrdomulching, drop seeding, and seed bed preparation. Grow-in schedule irrigation/ fertilizer/pesticide application, calibration and record keeping Management of small crews Turfgrass cultural practices Management of turf type fine fescue and bent grass Management and restoration of natural areas/sand barrens Minimalist maintenance approach concept

By Shoreacres, September 4 - updated October 10 - Lake Bluff, Illinois

Shoreacres, located on the Northshore of Chicagoland in Lake Bluff, Illinois, was founded in 1916 by Chicago businessmen who quickly hired Seth Raynor to build a golf course that was completed in 1921 and often considered to be of his greatest works. Consisting of unique glacial ravines throughout the property, the routing sits impeccably using many of the famed Template Holes along with many Raynor original designs throughout. The founding members acquired the Lake Michigan shoreline property with intentions of building a quiet understated club, to escape the busy Country Clubs they were members of already. These timeless traditions largely remain intact today to preserve the legacy of those with such impeccable foresight to create such an amazing Club. The original 450 feet of shoreline frontage to Lake Michigan consists one of golf's great clubhouses designed by David Adler, with a view that is second to none.     This internship opportunity will provide valuable experience in the preparation of championship conditions daily for an incredible membership that thoroughly appreciates the effort of their Staff. All aspects in maintaining turf at the highest level will be available for your consumption. Students enjoy the opportunity of becoming part of the management team for the time spent on property, including but not limited to: equipment operation and maintenance, pesticide and fertilizer applications, staff management, small crew leadership, and career development. This is also a unique opportunity for individuals to learn and use the latest technologies' from John Deere, including GPS sprayers. The current makeup of staff within the Green and Grounds is as follows: 20 hourly staff (many with 10+ years of tenure), 3 assistants of varying experience, Equipment Manager, Superintendent.  We will involve interns into all facets of running a top 100 facility to ensure your preparedness for the next role in your career. The 2026 internship season will be complemented by an extensive renovation to the onsite housing located steps from the maintenance facility. The Club is preparing to embark on a $550,000 total renovation of the facility to ensure the comfort and safety of our staff for many years to come. 

By Shooting Star, August 27 - updated October 10 - Teton Village, Wyoming

  Shooting Star, a Tom Fazio designed 18-hole private facility, opened for play in 2009. The course is located at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Ski Resort, one mile from Grand Teton National Park, and boasts one of the more breathtaking mountain backdrops in the world. The golf season is Mid-May through Mid-October with an elite 15 KM Nordic/Cross-Country ski course maintained from December-April.  The Seasonal Intern(s) at Shooting Star will be a hands-on and active position involved in all aspects of Golf Course Maintenance. Interns work directly under the Assistant Superintendents and Golf Course Manager. The duration of Internships can be between 3-7 months within the timeframe of April-October. Those who begin in April or May and stay through October will experience the unique opportunity of contributing with how the course emerges from lengthy snow cover, evolves to premier conditions, and then prepared for the upcoming winter. World-class bentgrass is maintained on all greens, tees, approaches, and fairways. Kentucky bluegrass roughs, and 126 acres of fine fescue native cover the remaining areas of the 256-acre facility. Examples of daily roles to be performed are chemical/fertilizer mixing & applications, daily mowing, hand watering, irrigation repairs, drainage/course improvement projects, vegetation management, tractor/implement work, course set-up, equipment maintenance, snow removal, management of small crews and more. This position will excel if the individual can effectively communicate daily observations with supervisors, ask questions, and actively seek information needed for becoming an A.I.T or Assistant Superintendent. Interested applicants need to email a cover letter and resume addressed to: Senior Assistant G.C. Superintendent, Luke Gancarz lgancarz@shootingstarjh.com. Please see Shooting Star’s website (www.shootingstarjh.com) for additional club information. 

By DES MOINES GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB, October 10 - West Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines Golf and Country Club is a prominent golf and country club located in West Des Moines, Iowa. It is known for its high-quality golf courses , elegant amenities, and rich history in the local community. Des Moines Golf and Country Club was founded in 1897 and has since grown into one of the premier golf and social clubs in the region. The Club was established to provide a private, upscale environment for golf enthusiasts and their families. The Club is renowned for its two-championship golf courses, the North and South Course, each with its own unique and demanding layouts.  The turfgrass intern aids the Assistant Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent and the Director of Grounds in the leadership and execution of work schedules and maintenance programs.  This position is involved with decision making, as their voice and opinions will be heard as we believe in making decisions as a team.  Daily Duties and Responsibilities:  Involved in the daily maintenance of two golf courses, North and South, and will work closely with the Superintendents and Assistants.  Interns will learn fertilizer/pesticide calibration as well as proper application practices.  Interns will have multiple opportunities to operate sprayers and top dressers on fairways, tee boxes, or practice facilities.  Daily jobs will include but not limited to course setup, irrigation repair, equipment operation, and water management on USGA and push up greens. Interns will also be exposed to the equipment maintenance side of the operation, including basic oil changes, reel and bedknife grinding, etc..

By Wade Hampton Golf Club, October 8 - updated October 9 - Cashiers, North Carolina

Designed in 1987 by Tom Fazio, Wade Hampton Golf Club has consistently ranked as one of the finest modern-day courses in the United States.  Links Magazine described the course by saying, "If Wade Hampton Golf Club were a painting it would either be on display somewhere or locked away as part of some collectors private gallery."  Currently, Golf Digest has Wade Hampton ranked at #27 in the United States and we are the #1 golf course in North Carolina. Members and guests enjoy a golf course managed daily to exact standards and conditioning.  ABOUT WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB Located in beautiful Cashiers, North Carolina along the southern Appalachian Mountains at an elevation of 3484’. Considered by many to be Tom Fazio’s masterpiece  Hosted the 2013 USGA Senior Amateur TURF TYPES Greens and approaches - Pure Distinction creeping bentgrass Tees – Crystal Blue creeping bentgrass  Fairways  - Creeping bentgrass & Poa annua Rough – Turf type tall fescue Native – Fine fescue mixture  INTERNS WILL BE INVOLVED IN: Daily scheduling and executing the agronomic plan for the season Spraying and calibrating fertilizers and pesticides using best management practices Exposed to verticutting, aerifying, topdressing, irrigation repair, etc. Participates in daily manager meetings, weekly planning meetings, and budget oversight Learn water management for consistent playability Schedule watering needs using Toro Lynx software Hands-on with daily mowing, course setup, small projects, etc. Working with an experienced management team along with a staff of around 30 individuals Will be involved with all communication among the team Small projects management Included in ongoing yearly capital projects New golf management facility opened in Spring of 2024 Management team represents 5 different Turfgrass Management Programs    

By The Quechee Club, September 15 - updated October 9 - Quechee, Vermont

The Quechee Club is a private 36 hole championship golf and four season private recreational community located in south central Vermont with a current membership level of 1,400 members.  The club is situated on 5,000 acres and also offers a small downhill ski area, X/C skiing, 11 tennis courts, 4 platform courts, indoor & outdoor pools, fitness center, 50 acre recreational lake, polo field, athletic fields, hiking & biking trails, etc.  The surrounding "Upper Valley" area has lots of other outdoor recreational activities along with the cultural offerings of Woodstock, Vermont and Dartmouth College, which is located just across the Connecticut River in Hanover, New Hampshire. The Club has recently gone through a major renovation in 2023 after summer flooding damaged the property.  The property features California greens with A1/A4 Bentgrass surfaces along with bentgrass tees & fairways.  In addition a new HDPE irrigation system installation was completed in 2022 with the installation of a new Rainbird I/C decoder system with double & triple row sprinklers.  During 2023, the club embarked on phase one of a Campus Master plan renovation program to update other facilities and amenities throughout the club. We are looking for driven and motivated individuals who have the short term goal of gaining the skills and experience necessary to become an assistant golf course superintendent and eventually a golf course superintendent.  The qualities we value are a good work ethic, a keen eye with attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and willing to work overtime when necessary to provide our membership with the best quality product possible.  Our internships will be specifically tailored to the individuals' needs based on past experience and what they desire to focus on while interning.  Interns will be encouraged to obtain a Vermont State Pesticide applicators license while here and will become an integral part of our plant protectant applications program.  In addition, interns will have some crew scheduling and leadership opportunities along with daily course set up & scouting, hand watering, irrigation repairs, project work, equipment operation,  etc.  Interns leave with a well rounded exposure to all facets of turfgrass management and successful interns are strongly considered for future employment opportunities that may arise along with being offered help in achieving their future career objectives.  We have many former interns who have gone on to very successful careers in the Golf course maintenance industry.

By Somerset Hills Country Club, October 9 - updated October 9 - Bernardsville, New Jersey

Course Description: Somerset Hills Country Club is a private, 18-hole facility located in Bernardsville, NJ. Designed by A.W. Tillinghast in 1918, the course consistently ranks among the Top 100 Courses in the U.S. and is renowned for its classic design and pristine playing conditions. Somerset Hills offers interns a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience at one of the most respected clubs in the country. Position Overview: We are seeking hard-working and motivated Summer Interns to join our Grounds Maintenance Team. Interns will work alongside experienced turf professionals in all aspects of high-end golf course maintenance, with a focus on learning, hands-on experience, and professional development. Internship Responsibilities: Daily course setup (mowing, rolling, bunker maintenance, etc.) Operation of mowers, utility vehicles, and small equipment Irrigation system maintenance and hand-watering Fertilizer and pesticide applications Involvement in cultural practices: aerification, topdressing, verticutting Exposure to turfgrass management strategies and course improvement projects

By Arbor Crossing Golf Club, September 23 - updated October 8 - Connersville, Indiana

Arbor Crossing Golf Club, located in East Central Indiana, is currently seeking an intern for the 2026 summer season. This internship would include in-depth golf course superintendent experience. Flexible work schedule, uniform included, daily lunch included, overtime pay, cheap off-premises housing, affordable cost of living environment. This is a very unique kind of internship for someone seeking to become a golf course superintendent. Please reach out for more information.     

By Lancaster Country Club, October 8 - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Lancaster Country Club is seeking motivated individuals to become a part of their management team.  LCC is identified as a platinum club of America and serves as a premier 27 hole private facility located in central PA.  On a 427 acre property, the championship 18 hole “Old” course was designed by William Flynn and is consistently ranked among the top 10 in the state and currently is within the top 100 classic courses of the United States.  The additional nine holes known as Highlands is a links style layout used in rotation with one of the Flynn nines on occasion.  In 2015 and 2024, the old course played host to the United States Women's Open with record breaking attendance and reviews.  The club has recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation to facilities including a practice green and driving range renovations along with a complete bunker renovation to the Old course.   The position will work closely with the management team to conduct everyday tasks while providing championship conditions on a daily basis.  Tasks will include but are not limited to: Daily course setup, water management, pest & disease identification, chemical and fertilizer calibration/applications and weekly turf informational sessions. In addition, candidates will gain valuable experience in managing, planning, and execution towards all facets of becoming a successful Golf Course Superintendent while having a lot of fun along the way.  Focus is placed on preparing successful hires for the next step that doesn't just include operations; interns will be exposed to club functions including committee meetings, local/state/national association meetings, volunteering for professional tournaments annually and becoming a part of a strong nationwide turf network.  This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to progress in their career while gaining valuable experience on a daily basis. 

By Augusta Country Club, October 7 - Augusta, Georgia

Spring/Summer Internship 2026 Augusta Country Club Augusta, Georgia This internship will be an excellent opportunity to be exposed to USGA spec Tif-Eagle putting green management, 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 2026. What’s in it for you as an intern? Maintain championship-level conditioning daily Exposure to the technologies we use within our program (taskTracker, Ez Locator, SPARKS, SpecConnect, and Toro Lynx Software) Local/Regional Tournament volunteer opportunities Intimate training and “turf talks” Career guidance Enjoy the Augusta, Georgia and surrounding area/s during your time off 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 grew both professionally and personally while an intern at Augusta Country Club. Upper management are very cognizant of agronomy and 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 2nd Assistant Superintendent 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 Senior Assistant Superintendent 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 bermuda 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

By Boot Ranch, October 2 - Fredericksburg, Texas

About Boot Ranch: Set in the scenic Texas Hill Country, this high-end private golf course was designed by Hal Sutton. Consistently ranked in the top 10 every year in the state of Texas by Dallas Morning News and ranked as a top residential golf course in the country by Golfweek, we place a high standard of conditioning on the golf course. #10 is ranked as a top golf hole and is featured in the movie Seven Days in Utopia. We boast a 34-acre practice park that has 3 driving range tees, a short game chipping area and three par 3 holes to get even more practice in. On top of that we have an auxiliary par 3 and a 2-acre putting park that is played as an 18-hole par 2 putting course. Here, players have ample opportunities to work on their game with very high-end amenities. Boot Ranch is a full-service country club fit with a Ranch Club, Racquet Club, Lake Club, that is also going through extensive renovation and addition, and a Fit Club. There is something to do for the whole family here at Boot Ranch. Why Boot Ranch? Boot Ranch is the perfect place for someone to join the team and use it as a launching pad. We are all well connected in the industry and place a high standard on our work daily. Here you will be exposed to the high-end warm season conditioning of the golf course, while also ensuring the members have complete satisfaction during their round. For the last 3 years Boot Ranch has had an assistant selected to go to the Green Start Academy in Pinehurst and in the last two years we have sent an assistant to volunteer at the Memorial Tournament that is played at Muirfield Village. Turf: Greens- 5 acres of Tif- Eagle greens (1 practice chipper is Mini-Verde and 1 is Champion). Tees and Fairways- 30 acres of Tif-Sport Bermuda. Rough- 60 acres of Tif-Sport Bermuda. Day to Day: Assist in the daily maintenance of a high-end golf course that includes, set up, mowing, prepping greens, and spraying. Assist in irrigation management that includes repairs and troubleshooting, setting nightly irrigation plans, and managing and monitoring moisture on greens. Assist in all chemical and fertilizer applications, record keeping, and cleaning and upkeep of all equipment and facilities. Includes experience operating a GPS sprayer. Assist in all special projects and small crew management to complete projects. Participate in and learn all agronomic practices that include aerification, verticutting, top dressing, and daily maintenance and how it affects the turf. Participate in high end conditioning of a full bermuda golf course and getting to see how all the pieces fit together.

By Geneva National Golf Club, October 2 - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

DESTINATION FACTS A semi-private resort with 600 members, Destination Geneva National is home to 54 holes of signature golf by Palmer, Player and Trevino; a new one-acre Himalayas-style putting course; 214 hotel rooms, five restaurants and an on-site marina – all located in historic Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, the state’s most popular vacation town. THE INTERNSHIP GN’s Turfgrass Management Internship will cover all aspects of golf course management including daily course set-up, irrigation operation and repairs, routine calibration of spreaders and sprayers, natural/native area management, application of fertilizers and pesticides, turfgrass cultural programs, and various projects. - Oversee an array of Wisconsin landscapes including woodlands and natural areas; bent/poa greens, tees and fairways; bluegrass rough areas. - Work on three uniquely designed courses with a Director of Grounds, three Superintendents and three Assistant Superintendents - Complete course renovations started in fall 2025 to the Player Course. - Assist with WPGA tournament and member tournament preparation. - Employ agronomic and cultural practices throughout the season. - Enjoy an inspiring company culture at this family-owned and operated facility where leaders work alongside their team.

By Colonial Country Club, October 2 - updated October 2 - Fort Worth, Texas

Internship Colonial Country Club Colonial Country Club is an 18-hole facility located in the heart of Fort Worth, Texas. Founded by Mr. Marvin Leonard in 1936, to bring bentgrass greens to the South, and designed by John Bredemus and Perry Maxwell. Colonial Country Club hosted the 1941 US Open and is host to the longest running annual PGA Tour event at a single site, currently known as the Charles Schwab Challenge.  The golf course has just completed a major renovation led by Hanse Golf Course Design Colonial Country Club is currently looking to fill internship positions for 2023. We are seeking individuals with a strong work ethic, a “team first” mentality, and desire to advance their careers in the industry. Individuals will interact with the Director of Agronomy, Assistant Superintendents and staff to develop knowledge and skills necessary to lead a team and produce championship conditions in the south. Individuals will have the opportunity to experience the processes and execution of a major renovation. Individuals will also gain experience in: ·         Calibration of liquid and granular applications (spray hawking, boom spraying) ·         Learn and assist in applications with GPS sprayers ·         Exposure to well-known industry network for continued growth and opportunities to reach career goals ·         PGA Tour tournament ·         Tournament volunteer opportunities ·         RainBird HDPE, 2-wire irrigation system ·         Bermudagrass and bentgrass agronomic and cultural practices ·         Water management ·         Maintaining bentgrass greens in Texas ·         Operation of hydronics system for Greens (cooling and heating)   Internships have a chance to lead to full time positions and the department looks to add new positions and build a team leading into the renovations and future of the club.

By Glenwild Golf Club and Spa, August 29 - updated September 30 - Park City, Utah

Glenwild is looking for exceptional Golf Course Interns for our 2026 Season (with paid housing). Offering both a 3 and or 6-month Internship experience. Beginning in 2026, Glenwild Golf Club will break ground on an exciting master plan renovation, featuring comprehensive upgrades to the bunkers, irrigation system, cart paths, and tee complexes-along with strategic green reshaping to enhance playability and course aesthetics. Glenwild Golf Club and Spa is searching for summer interns to be a valuable part of our golf course maintenance team for the 2026 season. At Glenwild, we pride ourselves in providing our members with the highest quality of professionalism, service and conditioning through a staff of highly trained employees who will always meet the ever-changing needs of the membership. Glenwild Golf Club is a private 18-hole, Tom Fazio designed mountain golf course located right outside Park City, Utah. Glenwild is an active seasonal club with a six-month golf season and 325 members. Many of these members have memberships at various other golf and country clubs across the county. Glenwild is a Golf Digest top 200 golf club and is ranked Golf Digest #1 golf course in the state. Glenwild Golf Club sits on a 180-acre property with 80 acres of maintained turf grasses consisting of Kentucky bluegrass rough, tees, fairways, and approaches, ryegrass collars with Poa Annua free USGA built A1/A4 creeping bentgrass greens which we will be interseeding with new variety of bentgrass, and fescue native areas. Our 2026 interns will collaborate with the management team daily while being exposed to all aspects of turfgrass management practices. Interns will assist with daily course setup operations, chemical/fertilizer applications and calibrations, project/crew management, moisture management on all turfgrass surfaces, along with irrigation repair and troubleshooting. Glenwild will start a full-scale renovation in September of tee, Irrigation, Bunker and Cart Path renovation led by Tim Jackson with Jackson Kahn Design. Interns should have a willingness to learn and be able to thrive and grow in a fast-paced work environment. With a short season growing, golf and tournament season, 10-12 hours of overtime weekly will be utilized throughout the Internship. Park City offers various opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and exploring western scenery. Interns planning a six-month internship will gain valuable hands-on experience in golf course construction-an essential foundation for career development. While we strongly encourage six-month applicants to take advantage of this unique opportunity, we are also open to working with three-month interns during our regular golf season. Job Summary: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assisting with the oversight of the overall maintenance practices of the golf course. Ensuring proper mixing, handling and application of chemicals and fertilizers. Training and ensuring proper use and maintenance of equipment. Opportunity to lead, direct and train employees in small projects. Exposure to Irrigation Practices, Theories and Repairs along with installing of Irrigation Well pumping system. Experience with golf course construction. Educational Requirements: Must be enrolled in a two-year or four-year turf program or related field. Experience Requirements: Prior golf course experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to help the right candidate start their career in the industry even with no prior experience. Opportunity to learn and ask questions regarding all golf course operations. Date Available: April 1st, 2026 - October 31st, 2026 Any Questions and Applications: Please Email our Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Keith Dubaich at keith@glenwildgolfclub.com and our Director of Agronomy Eric Feldhusen at eric@glenwildgolfclub.com Compensation: $22 per hour with overtime after 40 hours. Benefits: Glenwild provides paid housing, employee health insurance, accrued paid time off, paid holidays, uniform, lunch, discounted retail items in golf shop and spa, and golf privileges.  

By Brambles, September 26 - updated September 30 - Middletown, California

Brambles is seeking motivated and passionate students to join our team for the 2026 season.  Located about an hour north of the Napa Valley Wine Country in Middletown, CA, Brambles recently opened the only Coore-Crenshaw designed golf course in California.  While happy with the success of our first two seasons, we are excited to continue to improve the golf course and property as a whole.  The ideology of Brambles is based around old and beloved courses of England and Scotland, with primary focus based on a firm, fast, and playable golf course, while using minimal inputs. Unique to the area, Brambles has wall to wall Zoysiagrass, chosen to reduce water and fertility inputs.  The tees and fairways are Zeon Zoysia and the greens are Prizm Zoysia. Interns will be exposed to all facets Golf Course Maintenance including but not limited to: Chemical and Fertilizer applications  Irrigation and water management Small crew management Daily operation and planning (course set up, cultural practices, etc.) Brambles is a unique, exciting opportunity for the right candidates, please click the link below to view a recently video posted by The Fried Egg golf media outlet:  

By Meadow Brook Club, August 19 - updated September 29 - Jericho, New York

About Meadow Brook Club Founded in 1881 as a Hunt Club, Meadow Brook Club (MBH) has deep historical roots and a strong tradition of excellence. The original 9-hole course was completed in 1894, and in 1905, renowned golden-age architect Devereux Emmet redesigned and expanded the course to 18 holes. In 1953, the Club relocated to its current site in Jericho, NY, where acclaimed architect L.S. "Dick" Wilson designed the modern 18-hole layout. Today, Meadow Brook Club stands as a premier, golf-centric private club with a membership that takes immense pride in the course’s conditioning, culture, and storied history. This season, Meadow Brook will proudly host the 110th Metropolitan Open Championship. Internship Overview The Turfgrass Management Internship at Meadow Brook Club is an immersive, hands-on experience designed to develop future industry leaders. Interns will work directly with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents on all aspects of golf course management and daily operations. The program emphasizes both technical skill-building and leadership development through structured learning and real-world application. Key Responsibilities Participate in daily planning and execution of agronomic practices Assist with chemical and fertilizer applications Learn and perform moisture management, cultural practices, and mowing/rolling techniques Execute small in-house projects and gain experience in team leadership Monitor course conditioning and contribute to decision-making processes Professional Development Opportunities Build and present hypothetical operating budgets Write and present mock committee reports and grounds updates Draft and submit capital expenditure (CapEx) requests Attend on-site presentations by leading industry professionals Spend one week working at another premier golf club, gaining exposure to a different operational model and expanding your professional network Program Goals By the end of the internship, you will: Be proficient in core Turfgrass Management techniques Understand the systems and philosophies behind a championship-caliber operation Gain valuable experience in communication, budgeting, and strategic planning Be prepared for your next step in the turfgrass industry, whether it be an Assistant role or further academic advancement Join the Meadow Brook Team Come be part of a high-performing team and play an integral role in the culture and future of Meadow Brook Club. This is more than just an internship—it’s a launchpad for your career in golf course management. Please send your resume to Max Claassen - maxwclaassen@yahoo.com  

By Sands Point Golf Club, September 26 - 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 Dedham Country and Polo Club, August 18 - updated September 26 - Dedham, Massachusetts

Club History Dedham Country and Polo Club is one of the oldest private country clubs in Massachusetts. The 18-hole golf course was designed by famed golf course architect and engineer, Seth Raynor. The replica holes Raynor designed, draw on the strategic principles of famed golf holes such as the Redan, Alps, Punchbowl, Eden, Short, and Biarritz, among others. Dedham Country and Polo Club is home to a very active membership, in a highly desirable part of the Boston suburbs. The Club has hosted several Championships throughout its history, and has many other amenities, including trap shooting, ice hockey, tennis, paddle and pickle ball, and cross-country skiing. Job Description Dedham Country and Polo Club is seeking a seasonal turfgrass Intern that is a self-motivated, team-oriented individual, to join our Grounds Staff. As an intern at Dedham Country and Polo Club you will participate in a diverse range of activities involving every aspect of daily golf course maintenance and numerous course improvement projects. Including pesticide applications, top dressing, hand watering, golf course setup and supervising small crews. You will work closely with and report to the Golf Course Superintendent, and Assistant Superintendents. Upon completion of a successful internship/education, full time positions can be made available.

By The Honors Course, September 26 - updated September 26 - Ooltewah, Tennessee

Established in 1983, The Honors Course is a private golf club located just northeast of Chattanooga, Tennessee, in the community of Ooltewah. The club’s mission is centered on amateur golf, and it has hosted many prestigious amateur championships. The Honors Course has consistently been ranked by Golf Digest as one of “America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses” since its opening. The Honors Course most recently hosted the 2024 U.S. Senior Amateur and is proud to be the host site for the 2026 U.S. Women’s Amateur and the 2031 U.S. Amateur Championship. The Honors Course – Golf Course Agronomy Internship Overview: The internship at The Honors Course is designed to develop highly motivated and qualified individuals with the skills necessary to advance toward roles as an Assistant Superintendent and, ultimately, Golf Course Superintendent. Interns will gain hands-on experience in maintaining a premier private golf course that adheres to the highest standards of excellence in the industry. The Honors Course provides a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment where quality and precision are paramount. Interns will gain comprehensive exposure to daily golf course maintenance operations. With warm-season grasses, interns will have the unique opportunity to manage TifEagle Ultradwarf Bermudagrass putting greens, Zeon Zoysia tees, fairways, and surrounds, as well as Tahoma 31 Bermudagrass roughs. Internship positions are available for durations ranging from 3 to 12 months. Internship Experience: Interns will participate in a structured, hands-on program where classroom knowledge is applied to real-world golf course operations. Rotations and responsibilities will be tailored to each intern’s prior experience and skill level. Every intern will begin with the fundamentals of walk-mowing greens and will progress to the operation of all golf course equipment upon mastery of each preceding skill. The Honors Course offers an experience unlike any other internship. If you are eager to learn, you will be exposed to every aspect of golf course maintenance at a Top 100 facility. By fully engaging in this program, interns will be prepared to step into an Assistant Superintendent role upon completion. Key Areas of Focus Include: Daily Course Setup & Maintenance: Execution of daily operations and course preparation. Integrated Pest Management: Planning, inventory control, calibration, application of fertilizers and pesticides, and proper documentation. Equipment Operation: Safe use of standard golf course equipment and select construction machinery. Turfgrass Management & Cultivation: Practices including topdressing, aerification, grooming, and verticutting of greens, tees, fairways, and approaches. Bermudagrass Putting Green Cultural & Moisture Management: Intensive 10-day championship conditioning program, achieving U.S. Open-level standards. Irrigation Systems & Water Management: Operation and scheduling using Rain Bird Cirrus Pro ICI (two-wire) systems. Small Crew Management: Supervising and delegating maintenance tasks. Introduction to Equipment Maintenance: Reel and bedknife grinding, cutting unit adjustments, and preventative maintenance. Budgeting & Financial Management USGA Championship Preparation: Course preparation for the 2026 U.S. Women’s Amateur, featuring the world’s top women’s amateur golfers.