Education Department Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Join a team of proud, passionate, and caring people that together share their diverse talents and backgrounds to serve our members and grow the game of golf. Being at the PGA of America means you are supported, respected, and appreciated for your contributions.
This position will offer exposure to the competition, operations, administration, and volunteer program at our various Championships.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Specific areas of responsibility include but are not limited to):
Provide operational function/support in course preparations, which may include but not limited to course marking, rope and stake installation, course signage, and on-course leader boards.
Provide administrative function/support, computer scoring operations (Golf Genius), and communication support for PGA Member, Spectator, and Amateur Championships as assigned.
Assist with all Championship event shipping and receiving.
Assist with organizing set-ups of temporary on-site Championship Offices.
Assist with Championship volunteer operations.
When the event is completed, assist the Championship Department Staff with the breakdown of the course, offices, volunteer headquarters, and other areas to be determined at site.
Assist with unpacking and packing the semi-trailers for events the intern is working on.
Assist Championship Department Staff elsewhere when needed.
INCLUSION:
Employees are expected to contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by welcoming and respecting others' beliefs, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and individuality to help ensure a supportive and engaging experience for Association Members, partners, customers, and guests. PGA of America respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive.
SHARED VALUES:
Embody the organization's shared values and help ensure the organization's values-based culture thrives by proactively identifying and addressing any shared values, challenges, and opportunities you are experiencing.
Supervision:
No supervisory responsibilities.
Financial Responsibilities:
No financial responsibilities.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, or equivalent. Must be a rising Junior or above enrolled in a degree program or a recent college graduate.
Golf background or strong interest in golf required
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Must have knowledge of business operations with an emphasis in administrative support, finance and/or operations. Working knowledge of computer design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. Working knowledge of Gmail, Google Drive, Google Sheets, and Google Docs. Basic fluency in artificial intelligence (AI) tools and concepts. This includes using AI to enhance business operations and drive innovation, enabling us to better serve our Members and stakeholders.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Ability to travel for extended periods in various modes of transportation, including overnight travel, at times in excess of 7 nights at a time (when at the event site), is required. Ability to work overtime, including weekends (sometimes up to 15 hours a day).
Ability to transport moderately heavy tournament equipment and supplies.
Events Scheduled to Work:
January 6 - February 20: Winter Championships - PGA Golf Club - Florida ~60 OT hours
March 1 - March 19: PGA Club Championship - Pinehurst - North Carolina ~40 OT hours
April 6 - April 11: SR PGA Championship - The Concession Golf Club - Florida ~60 OT hours
April 11 - May 1: PGA Professional Championship - Streamsong Resort - Florida ~60 OT hours
May 11 - May 24: PGA Championship - PGA Frisco, Fields Ranch - Texas ~70 OT hours
What's Included:
Transportation to and from Championships Hotel rooms for all trips
Meals when on duty
Uniform shirts/outerwear pieces
Travel luggage
Overtime hours
Past Interns:
Past interns have secured jobs with the PGA of America Championship Department, PGA of America sections, PGA Tour, and some have become Head Golf Professionals at prestigious courses in the country.
Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour
Length of Internship: 4 ½ months
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
PGA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, to ensure full equality of opportunity in all operations and activities of the organization, every staff member employed by the PGA shall be selected under fair employment procedures that provide equal employment opportunities to all people. DFWP.