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Troon Golf

1st Assistant Golf Professional

Brewster, WA · On-site

$26 - $28/hr

The centerpiece of Brewster, Washington, the Sands and QuickSands Course at Gamble Sands are located on 115 acres of fine fescue grasses, designed by renowned golf course architect David McLay Kidd ...

AEG

Assistant Golf Professional I

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Carved from a magnificent swath of rugged desert terrain by renowned golf course architect Bobby Weed, TPC Summerlin creates one of the most visually stunning tests of golf in Nevada. Tee up your ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for golf course architect in the United States is $13.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $15.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Golf Course Architect do?

A Golf Course Architect is responsible for designing and planning golf courses, blending creativity with environmental and engineering considerations. They create layouts that balance playability, aesthetics, and sustainability while working with land contours and natural features. Their role includes site analysis, conceptual design, construction oversight, and renovations of existing courses. Golf Course Architects collaborate with clients, engineers, and landscapers to bring their vision to life while ensuring optimal gameplay and environmental harmony.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Golf Course Architect position, and why are they important?

Golf Course Architects require a strong background in landscape architecture, environmental science, and design, often supported by a relevant degree and licensure where applicable. Proficiency in CAD software, GIS mapping, and 3D modeling tools is crucial, along with experience in site analysis and construction documentation. Creative problem-solving, effective communication, and collaboration with clients, engineers, and contractors are standout soft skills. These qualifications enable architects to design sustainable, playable, and visually appealing golf courses that meet client and environmental requirements.

What are the typical collaborative relationships for a Golf Course Architect during a project?

Golf Course Architects frequently collaborate with landscape architects, civil engineers, environmental consultants, construction teams, superintendents, and club stakeholders throughout the design and construction phases. They work closely with these professionals to ensure the course design is functional, sustainable, and aligns with client goals while meeting regulatory and environmental standards. Regular site visits, team meetings, and clear communication are essential to address challenges and ensure the project stays on track. These collaborative relationships are vital to delivering high-quality, playable, and sustainable golf courses.

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Wicker Point Golf Course - Seasonal Agronomy Intern

Wicker Point Golf Club

Alexander City, AL

Internship

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Seasonal Agronomy Intern

By Wicker Point GC and Willow Point Golf and CC

Course Descriptions

Wicker Point Golf Club

Wicker Point Golf Club is the only Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw design in Alabama. Nestled along the Wicker Point peninsula on the pristine shores of Lake Martin, this private course is defined by serene pine plantations, meandering creeks, and a spectacular lakefront back nine. The course opened in September 2023 and features Zeon zoysia tees, fairways, and rough, TifEagle bermuda greens, TifTuf bermuda driving range, and native grasses framing the edges of the holes.

Recognition: Golf Digest runner-up in the 2023 Best New Private Course category and ranked #2 in Alabama in its first year of eligibility. GOLF Magazine ranked the course #1 in the state in 2025.

Willow Point Golf amp; Country Club

Willow Point Golf amp; Country Club is in the final stages of a renovation led by world-renowned golf course architects Dana Fry and Jason Straka. The large-scale renovation modernized the greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and irrigation system. Two areas of focus during the renovation were to lower the elevation of all the greens positioned on Lake Martin to improve playability and sightlines of the lake, and update the positioning and style of bunkers to a “Bullnose” sodded rolled edge to enhance the lines and shadows across all the property. The course will reopen in late spring or early summer of 2026.

The renovated championship layout blends two distinct experiences. The front nine features tree-lined fairways winding away from Lake Martin before returning to the shoreline. The final nine boasts six dramatic holes along Lake Martin with expansive water views. The redesigned course will place high value on accuracy off the tee and precise irons into guarded greens complexes. When complete, Willow Point will play nearly 7,600 yards and feature Zeon Zoysia tees and fairways, TifEagle bermuda greens, 419 bermuda rough and Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue.

Internship Overview

This program is designed to prepare interns for the next step in their careers as Assistant Superintendents. We accomplish this goal by getting to know to each intern’s strengths and weaknesses in turf grass management and then customizing their weekly routines to allow them to grow in areas they need to focus on. Interns will work directly with the Director of Agronomy, Golf Course Superintendents, and Assistant Superintendents to gain hands-on experience in all facets of modern golf course management. Interns will have the opportunity to attend morning and afternoon meetings learning big-picture scheduling and budgeting, along with preparing themselves to be part of a professional office place upon graduation.

Unique Advantage: Interns split time between two clubs, learning the contrasts in required maintenance practices between:

  • Willow Point – a Fry Straka championship course with a balance of precision beauty, playability, and dramatic lakefront golf
  • Wicker Point – a Coore amp; Crenshaw design featuring natural, firm, and contour-driven design where conditioning emphasizes strategic ground game play

Responsibilities

Interns will be involved in all aspects of sophisticated golf course maintenance, including:

  • Daily course preparation and setup
  • Equipment operation
  • Water management and moisture control
  • Golf course specific cultural practices for TifEagle greens, Zeon Zoysia tees/fairways/rough, and 419 Bermuda rough, and native areas
  • Fertilizer and pesticide calibration, mixing, and application (including training on GPS sprayers)
  • Crew leadership and staff management
  • Troubleshooting and repairing Toro 2-wire and Smart Satellite irrigation systems
  • Assisting with Master Planned course improvement projects

Educational Requirements

Must be enrolled in a 2 or 4 year turfgrass management program or related field

Experience Requirements

Previous experience working on a golf course

Job Benefits

Free housing

Free lunch

Free Uniforms

Golfing privileges

Volunteer opportunities for six and nine month interns

Discounts in the golf shop for apparel and equipment

Date Job is Available

January 1

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