Traveling Intern

The AJGA is committed to creating an engaging, safe, and inclusive environment. We welcome people from all backgrounds and believe in embracing diverse perspectives, we are better equipped to accomplish our mission of developing golf’s next generation.

The backbone of the AJGA is its internship program. Success at the AJGA begins with the recruiting, hiring, and training of exceptional young men and women. Many consider the AJGA internship as the best in sports, as it requires a certain skill set, including a strong work ethic, a solid moral compass, high energy, a positive personality, and a willingness to serve.

Job Responsibilities-

General tournament set-up, execution and break-down

Start and score players

On-course rules officiating and enforcing Pace of Play

Volunteer support and coordination

Execution of social activities for players and/or parents

Monitor equipment inventory, maintenance, and replenishment

Public speaking

Customer Service

Operation and maintenance of company vehicles

Working with golf course staff, sponsors, and stakeholders

Maintain and work within a tournament budget

Job Qualifications-

Basic golf knowledge is preferred, but not required

Experience in event management or operations is preferred, but not required

Past experience in a team environment

Efficiency, multi-tasking and time management

Ability to work and communicate in a team atmosphere

Highly motivated, self-starter and willingness to take an active leadership role

Excellent communication and public speaking skills

Basic computer knowledge and skills (Microsoft Office)

Fiscally responsible

Requirements-

Must be at least 21 years old by the start date of the internship

Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license for a minimum of three years

Must complete a Georgia Department of Transportation physical (expenses covered by the AJGA)

Legally eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Must either be working towards or achieved a Bachelor's Degree

Ability to work long hours and weekends

Work outside in extreme weather, temperatures, and direct sun exposure

Drive and operate a golf cart, company vehicles and travel via plane

Use and operate company equipment, i.e. radios / cameras / computers

Ability to spot golf balls on the course

Stand and walk for extended periods of time

Communicate both verbally and in writing

Lift equipment up to approximately 50 pounds

Details-

Internship Dates

Spring Season – March 1 – May 4, 2027

Summer Season – May 17 – September 7, 2027

Dates are subject to change. End dates can be accommodated for summer season pending return to school.

The AJGA will compensate interns $9 hourly plus time and one-half for overtime worked.

Interns on average will work 40 – 55 hours per week (spring) and 50 – 65 hours per week (summer)

The internship is 100% travel. You will travel week in, week out to different cities & states. The AJGA organizes all lodging in a combination of hotels, rental properties, and local-family homes.

The AJGA will compensate most tournament-related expenses (all lodging, gas, laundry, and some food).

Travel to Atlanta for the start of the internship will be paid in full by the AJGA but travel home at the end of the internship is on the intern.

Each intern will be provided with clothing and shoes.

In limited instances a week off could happen for a team. In this case all travel, food and lodging will be on each individual if they determine to go home or stay in the city in which they are located. In this case, time off is unpaid.

Deadline Dates-

Spring Deadline: October 15, 2026

Summer Deadline: January 8, 2027| Summer candidate finalists will be required to attend a mandatory Intern Recruiting Weekend February 19 – 21, 2027. Travel, food and lodging will be covered.

To Apply-

Please visit www.ajga.org/about/careers for all information. For any questions, contact Emerie Elkins, Manager, Recruiting (eelkins@ajga.org) .