About the role#
This internship provides practical experience in golf course and turfgrass management. You will work directly with our agronomy team to learn the operations and maintenance required to maintain high-quality playing conditions. You will meet with the Director of Grounds and the Golf Course Superintendent to discuss the strategies and decisions behind our daily work. This role is full-time and on-site in Chestnut Hill.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Golf Course Superintendent in maintaining course and grounds conditions.
- Perform daily course setup and preparation.
- Participate in maintenance tasks like mowing greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
- Handle cultural practices such as aerification, verticutting, and divot filling.
- Monitor turf and soil moisture levels.
- Assist with irrigation troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Apply chemicals and fertilizers under supervision and maintain accurate records.
- Support topdressing applications and programming.
- Practice tree care, hazard maintenance, and general landscape work.
- Contribute to construction and improvement projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- A valid driver license.
- A solid understanding of the game of golf.
- Ability to think critically and make quick decisions.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well within a team.
- Enrollment in or completion of an accredited Turfgrass Management Program is preferred.
- Physical ability to stand for 8 to 10 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to work early morning hours, weekends, holidays, and 10 to 12 hour days outdoors.
Location & details#
- Location: Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 per hour.
About The Country Club - Brookline, MA
The Country Club operates in Brookline, Massachusetts. Founded in 1882, it is the oldest country club in the United States. The facility covers 236 acres and includes 250,000 square feet of building space. It hosts spectator sports and maintains amenities for golf, tennis, swimming, and dining.
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