Seasonal Intern

The Pebble Beach Company is looking for passionate turf students/graduates to fill the roles of Golf Course Maintenance Intern.  We have multiple positions available across our resort courses (Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill Golf Course, The Links at Spanish Bay). Some previous maintenance experience is preferred, but not necessary. Applicants must possess a willingness to work, with an interest and belief in learning the industry from a hands-in-the-dirt perspective. 

The Intern positions will be involved in all aspects of golf course maintenance. This is not a management position. However, proven ability and a strong work ethic will be rewarded with increasing levels of involvement. This includes responsibilities such as leading crews, irrigation install and troubleshooting, chemical application/calibration, and review of course budgeting and long term planning. Typical internships are 3 or 6 months, but we are flexible with start and end dates depending on school schedule, availability etc.  Any interested party is encouraged to apply. These positions have served as an excellent steppingstone for those seeking to be an assistant superintendent in the near future. 9 of the 12 Managers currently employed in the golf maintenance division at Pebble Beach Company started as interns or AIT’s at one of our courses. 

What Can You as a Student/Recent Graduate Expect?

• Full exposure to all aspects of golf course maintenance

• Opportunities to work with one the leading independent turfgrass research scientists in the world, Mark Mahady. Dr. Mahady performs numerous trials for the largest chemical companies in the industry right here at the Links at Spanish Bay. Currently we are in the midst of a comprehensive nematode trial as well as a native grass trial.

• Tournament experience will be plentiful. All of the Pebble Beach Company courses host numerous tournaments throughout the year, most notably the AT&T Pro-Am in February, The Pure Insurance Championship in September, and the Pebble Beach Invitational in November- all PGA tour events. 

• Interns will have a “home” course, but opportunities will exist to spend time at all three resort courses to gain exposure to different agronomic programs, resources and management styles. Each course is a unique and independent operation with different sets of challenges and objectives

• Networking with fellow interns, assistants and superintendents across the Monterey Peninsula, a golf mecca like no other. 

• Subsidized housing is available on-site for $300/month. The Intern Cottage is located directly behind the 18th green at Pebble Beach Golf Links.

• Enjoy numerous iconic attractions around Central California, including Big Sur, Santa Cruz and Carmel by The Sea.  We’ll make sure you get the time off to take advantage of the incredible things to do in this area while you’re here. 

• Exposure to $8M+ of annual capital projects across the courses, including the rebuilding of Tees, Greens, Bunkers and other major course investments s as we prepare for the 2027 Men’s U.S. Open at Pebble Beach, and the 2030 Men’s & Women’s Senior U.S. Opens at Spyglass Hill.

• Opportunity for exposure to the construction and grow-in phase of a complete Gil Hanse re-design of The Links at Spanish Bay. Construction set for April 2026.

• Goal focused career development.  You set your goals for the season, we work together to make sure you accomplish those goals and then some. 

Educational Requirements

• None, but those working towards a degree in turf are preferred. 

Experience Requirements

• None, but some experience is beneficial as it allows us to spend less time getting you up to speed on the basics

Job Benefits

• Subsidized Housing ($300/Month Fee Covers monthly cleaning+ utilities)

• Uniforms, jackets, hoodies, hats + boots provided

• Golf at all 5 courses available

• Breakfast & Lunch are provided

• Monthly intern meetings with Superintendents/DOA

Date Job is Available

• Flexible with start and end dates

Salary

• $17.50/hr + opportunities for overtime if desired

Job Application Instructions

• Email Resume and Cover letter to: 

Pete Bachman

Director of Agronomy

Pebble Beach Company

bachmanp@pebblebeach.com

             *Please specify in your cover letter if you have a preference of home course*