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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer caddie in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical day as a Summer Caddie involves arriving early to meet assigned golfers, carrying or transporting golf bags, providing advice on club selection, reading greens, and maintaining the course by replacing divots and raking bunkers. You’ll spend most of your shift outdoors, walking the course and closely interacting with players to ensure their round is enjoyable and efficient. Caddies often work in teams or rotate assignments, meaning you’ll collaborate with both golf professionals and fellow caddies throughout the day. Days can be physically demanding, but the role provides valuable networking opportunities and an excellent understanding of the game’s finer points.

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Summer caddying is considered a good summer job for those interested in outdoor work, customer service, and sports. It often offers flexible hours, the opportunity to earn tips, and can help develop communication and golf-related skills.

What is a summer caddie?

A Summer Caddie assists golfers by carrying their bags, providing course advice, and helping track shots during a round. The role requires knowledge of golf etiquette, stamina for walking the course, and strong communication skills. Caddies may also clean clubs, rake bunkers, and tend the pin to enhance the golfer's experience. The job is typically seasonal and offers opportunities to earn tips based on performance.

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To thrive as a Summer Caddie, you need a solid understanding of golf rules and etiquette, physical stamina, and strong customer service skills, often with a familiarity of golf courses as an advantage but no formal certification required. Basic knowledge of golf equipment and scoring, as well as the ability to use golf carts or GPS course tools, may be expected. Outstanding communication, reliability, and a positive, service-oriented attitude help caddies excel in supporting golfers and enhancing their experience. These qualities are key for creating a smooth, enjoyable round for players while building a good reputation at the club.

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Infographic showing various Summer Caddie job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 32% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,263 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Head Counselor for Caddie Program

Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund

Chicago, IL • On-site

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Re-posted 17 days ago

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Company Description

The Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund (DMSF) is Chicago's largest high school scholarship organization serving high potential students from limited resourced communities. DMSF provides financial and programmatic support to scholars to attend and excel at top tier high schools in the Chicago area and at boarding schools around the country.

Job Description

DMSF seeks to hire two Head Counselors for its Caddie Program. The Caddie Program allows student scholars to gain job experience, earn money, improve communication skills, and potentially apply for the Chick Evans Scholarship- a full tuition and housing scholarship for high-achieving caddies with limited financial means.

The Head Counselor has overall responsibility for the Scholars who participate in the summer Caddie Program. The job entails living with the Scholars in the dorm, transporting them to work in the morning (in vehicles provided by DMSF), picking them up at the conclusion of their work day, and supervising them for the balance of the day. The Head Counselor will typically have free time between 9am - 2pm, as well as from Sunday evenings until Tuesday mornings, when most Scholars go home. DMSF anticipates hiring educators, teachers, or college/graduate students to serve as Assistant Counselors.

DMSF seeks to hire two Head Counselors for the Caddie Program, one for the boy's program and one for the girl's program.

Responsibilities include:

Living in dorms with Scholars

Ensuring the Caddies are routinely transported to and from work each day

Supervising Scholars while at the dorms and coordinating weekly activities, such as guest speakers, social events, and workshops

Transporting Scholars to and from weekly First Tee programming to learn the game of golf

Providing Scholars transportation to trains on Sunday afternoon and from trains on       Tuesday morning if their clubs are not accessible to the station

Maintaining records of tips and loops per Caddie

Maintaining all logistics related to food service and vehicle maintenance (e.g. ensuring vehicles have gas)

Enforcing DMSF policies and procedures

Reporting to DMSF on a regular basis about Scholars and the program

Communicating with parents as it relates to Scholar transportation logistics, behavior, illness, or free time activities, etc.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree required

Experience working with and supervising young adults

Excellent supervisory and communication skills

Valid driver's license and an infraction-free driving record for the past two years

General understanding of the game of golf and caddying is helpful but not required

Additional Information

DMSF is an organization that prioritizes workplace culture, collaboration, timely and thorough communication and effective project management.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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