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Tournament Operations Intern (Spring 2025) - Northern Texas PGA
AEG, Frisco, Texas, United States, 75034
ABOUT THE NORTHERN TEXAS PGAThe Northern Texas PGA (NTPGA) is one of 41 Sections of the PGA of America. Its geographic territory includes the State of Texas north of the 31st latitude, or just north of Austin. Over 1,000 PGA of America Golf Professionals employed at more than 300 facilities comprise this Section.
Northern Texas PGA headquarters are located on the PGA Frisco campus and feature state-of-the-art office space, a growth of the game pavilion and a golf park designed for junior golfers.
In addition to managing the day-to-day affairs of the Section, the Northern Texas PGA also operates a non-profit and charitable foundation that focuses on five pillars: junior golf, college scholarships, inclusion, internships, and military and veterans.
INTERNSHIP START & END DATES
January 8 - May 11, 2025(start and end dates are somewhat flexible based on successful applicant's school schedule)
JOB SUMMARY
The Northern Texas PGA is seeking qualified applicants for a 18-week full-time internship in golf tournament operations during the Spring of 2025. Successful applicants will be responsible for helping conduct all day-to-day operations of Section professional and Junior Tour tournament programs. In the Spring season, the Junior Tour provides weekly golf tournaments throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex for junior golfers ages 7-19. Section professional tournaments include the Section Major Championships, Players Tour tournaments, and PGA TOUR Qualifying tournaments.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIESExecute pre-tournament operations, such as tournament information collection, golf course marking, selecting hole locations, equipment set-up, and developing operational plansAdminister on-site responsibilities, such as player registration, starting, rules officiating, scoring, and awards presentationsExecute post-tournament responsibilities, including completing, organizing, and submitting tournament reports, distributing tournament results, and equipment tear-downEffectively communicate with host professional staff, junior golfers, parents, caddies, and spectatorsManage tournament equipment through transporting equipment to and from facilities, inventory reporting, and maintenanceProvide support to select Section and Foundation operations through various on-site responsibilitiesTOURNAMENT TRAVEL
Tournaments will be located throughout the entire Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, and
extensive travel around DFW is required . Interns will be responsible for their own transportation to and from all tournaments as well as to and from the Northern Texas PGA office.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Spring Interns will be responsible for helping conduct approximately 25-30 Junior Tour tournaments. These tournaments will include formats such as two-day, 36-hole stroke play elite competitions, and single-day, 18-hole and 9-hole stroke play competitions. Interns will be responsible for conducting these events from start to finish. Additionally, Section professional tournaments will be conducted during the week.
On average, Spring Interns can expect to work 35-40 hours including most weekends. To accommodate working weekend days, days off during the week will be granted. Additional tasks and hours can be added for those with special requirements for obtaining school credit.
QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATE
Required:
Has or is pursuing a college degree (third or fourth-year students preferred)Has automobile access with willingness and ability to travel within the Dallas/Fort Worth MetroplexHas existing insurance (through school or parents)Exhibits ability to work and communicate effectively in a team-based environmentGeneral computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Office, Smartphone Apps)Physical Requirements:
Ability to work early morningsAbility to work outside in extreme weather and temperaturesAbility to lift objects up to 50 pounds, i.e. tents, tables, stakes, and championship signageAbility to safely operate a golf cartAbility to stand and move around on foot for extended periods of timeAbility to speak publiclyEffectively able to use and operate cell phones, tablets, and hand-held radiosPreferred:
Basic knowledge of the game and rules of golfInterest in a career in golf or sports administrationCOMPENSATION
Interns are compensated at a rate of $10.00 per hour (before taxes)Interns are compensated at a rate of $15.00 per hour if / when they work more than 40 hours per week (before taxes)Interns are guaranteed a minimum of $600 (before taxes) per two-week pay period during the seasonNTPGA staff uniforms including golf shirts and hats will be providedPlaying and practicing privileges at the NTPGA Golf Park and select golf courses in the areaSchool credit (if applicable)
HOUSING
The Northern Texas PGA does not provide housing of any kind but will be more than happy to assist with the location of housing for those unfamiliar with the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Past interns have utilized corporate housing agencies for fully furnished apartment leases, secured house leases through Airbnb, or utilized extended stay hotels. Those with family or friends in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex are welcome to stay there and are in no way obligated to live with other interns.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
All interested applicants must apply online through this posting listed via
teamworkonline.com .
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The application will remain open until all positions are filled.
The Northern Texas PGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful applicant will be required to take a drug test and undergo an authorized background check. Should any portion of the drug test or background check fail to fully clear, the employment offer may be considered null and void.
Job Questions:Why do you want to join the Northern Texas PGA team?Describe your experience with the game of golf. None is perfectly fine.
Northern Texas PGA headquarters are located on the PGA Frisco campus and feature state-of-the-art office space, a growth of the game pavilion and a golf park designed for junior golfers.
In addition to managing the day-to-day affairs of the Section, the Northern Texas PGA also operates a non-profit and charitable foundation that focuses on five pillars: junior golf, college scholarships, inclusion, internships, and military and veterans.
INTERNSHIP START & END DATES
January 8 - May 11, 2025(start and end dates are somewhat flexible based on successful applicant's school schedule)
JOB SUMMARY
The Northern Texas PGA is seeking qualified applicants for a 18-week full-time internship in golf tournament operations during the Spring of 2025. Successful applicants will be responsible for helping conduct all day-to-day operations of Section professional and Junior Tour tournament programs. In the Spring season, the Junior Tour provides weekly golf tournaments throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex for junior golfers ages 7-19. Section professional tournaments include the Section Major Championships, Players Tour tournaments, and PGA TOUR Qualifying tournaments.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIESExecute pre-tournament operations, such as tournament information collection, golf course marking, selecting hole locations, equipment set-up, and developing operational plansAdminister on-site responsibilities, such as player registration, starting, rules officiating, scoring, and awards presentationsExecute post-tournament responsibilities, including completing, organizing, and submitting tournament reports, distributing tournament results, and equipment tear-downEffectively communicate with host professional staff, junior golfers, parents, caddies, and spectatorsManage tournament equipment through transporting equipment to and from facilities, inventory reporting, and maintenanceProvide support to select Section and Foundation operations through various on-site responsibilitiesTOURNAMENT TRAVEL
Tournaments will be located throughout the entire Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, and
extensive travel around DFW is required . Interns will be responsible for their own transportation to and from all tournaments as well as to and from the Northern Texas PGA office.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Spring Interns will be responsible for helping conduct approximately 25-30 Junior Tour tournaments. These tournaments will include formats such as two-day, 36-hole stroke play elite competitions, and single-day, 18-hole and 9-hole stroke play competitions. Interns will be responsible for conducting these events from start to finish. Additionally, Section professional tournaments will be conducted during the week.
On average, Spring Interns can expect to work 35-40 hours including most weekends. To accommodate working weekend days, days off during the week will be granted. Additional tasks and hours can be added for those with special requirements for obtaining school credit.
QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATE
Required:
Has or is pursuing a college degree (third or fourth-year students preferred)Has automobile access with willingness and ability to travel within the Dallas/Fort Worth MetroplexHas existing insurance (through school or parents)Exhibits ability to work and communicate effectively in a team-based environmentGeneral computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Office, Smartphone Apps)Physical Requirements:
Ability to work early morningsAbility to work outside in extreme weather and temperaturesAbility to lift objects up to 50 pounds, i.e. tents, tables, stakes, and championship signageAbility to safely operate a golf cartAbility to stand and move around on foot for extended periods of timeAbility to speak publiclyEffectively able to use and operate cell phones, tablets, and hand-held radiosPreferred:
Basic knowledge of the game and rules of golfInterest in a career in golf or sports administrationCOMPENSATION
Interns are compensated at a rate of $10.00 per hour (before taxes)Interns are compensated at a rate of $15.00 per hour if / when they work more than 40 hours per week (before taxes)Interns are guaranteed a minimum of $600 (before taxes) per two-week pay period during the seasonNTPGA staff uniforms including golf shirts and hats will be providedPlaying and practicing privileges at the NTPGA Golf Park and select golf courses in the areaSchool credit (if applicable)
HOUSING
The Northern Texas PGA does not provide housing of any kind but will be more than happy to assist with the location of housing for those unfamiliar with the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Past interns have utilized corporate housing agencies for fully furnished apartment leases, secured house leases through Airbnb, or utilized extended stay hotels. Those with family or friends in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex are welcome to stay there and are in no way obligated to live with other interns.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
All interested applicants must apply online through this posting listed via
teamworkonline.com .
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The application will remain open until all positions are filled.
The Northern Texas PGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful applicant will be required to take a drug test and undergo an authorized background check. Should any portion of the drug test or background check fail to fully clear, the employment offer may be considered null and void.
Job Questions:Why do you want to join the Northern Texas PGA team?Describe your experience with the game of golf. None is perfectly fine.