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USGA P.J. Boatwright Sun Country Amateur Golf Association Internship - 6 months
Sun Country Golf House
Albuquerque, NM
Sport
Company Information
This internship will provide a well-rounded experience in golf association administration. Hopefully, these experiences will align with the individuals’ future personal and professional goals. The interns will be assigned various responsibilities and will provide support at SCAGA events but will also be involved in some Foundation, Junior Tour, and potentially some PGA Section programs.
Qualifications
- Completed or working towards a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is preferred
- Knowledge of the game of golf, preferably in a tournament setting
- Knowledge of the Rules of Golf preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, and writing skills
- Interest in a career in golf association administration preferred
- Familiarity with BlueGolf tournament software and the USGA Course Rating and World Golf Handicap programs a plus
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required
Duties
- Assisting at SCAGA tournaments and USGA Qualifiers in the areas of golf course setup, signage, Rules of Golf officiating, equipment setup, tournament software management, volunteer coordination, score entry, starting the field, creation of Notice to Players (local rules)
- The operation and growth of the SCAGA Play Days and One-Day Tournament Series. These events serve as a member benefit and recruiting tool
- The operation and growth of Sun Country Golf House family, team, and college golf programs. These events serve as a member benefit and recruiting tool
- The operation and growth of the Sun Country Golf Foundation’s Youth on Course Month and Play Yellow Birdie Bash fundraisers plus a potential auction / sweepstakes
- Course rating
- Marketing / communications to promote services, tournaments, benefits, etc.
- Volunteer coordination
- Receive and process tournament applications
- USGA Handicapping administration within the World Golf Handicap (WHS) and the Golf Handicap Information Network (GHIN)
- Assist with website and social media updates
- Photograph players at various events for publication
- Assist Marketing Manager with creative visions for content
- Take on other tasks as directed by the Executive Director, Rules & Competitions Director, and other full-time staff
