About the role#
As a Golf Operations Associate, you will learn the mechanics of running golf tournaments through direct involvement in all stages of event execution. You will work under the mentorship of tournament directors and staff members. This role involves significant travel across the country to support tournament operations. When not traveling, you will participate in business operations training led by the senior leadership team.
What you'll do#
- Provide customer service to players and their families.
- Handle tournament set-up, including marking courses and preparing tee and hole locations.
- Manage scoreboard and utility set-ups.
- Oversee the starting and scoring of players.
- Perform on-course rules officiating and manage the pace of play.
- Participate in business operations training sessions.
- Complete other duties as assigned by management.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program for Business, Sports Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- You must be in good standing with your college or university.
- You must receive at least one academic credit for this internship.
- Strong communication and writing skills.
- Attention to detail and a goal-oriented mindset.
- Ability to multitask in a busy environment.
- Knowledge of golf is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, full-time internship based in Newark, New Jersey, with extensive travel required.
- The term runs from January through May 2027.
- This is an unpaid internship.
About Hurricane Junior Golf Tour
The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour organizes competitive golf events for players between the ages of 8 and 18. Founded in 2007, the organization runs more than 350 tournaments each year. While based in Orlando, Florida, the tour operates across the United States and in Canada, China, and India. It maintains a staff of 11 to 50 employees.
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