NYSGA P.J. Boatwright Tournament Operations Internship

The NYSGA is searching for golf enthusiasts to join our team for the 2026 season. As an intern you will be welcomed as a valued member of a highly skilled group of golf administrators, responsible for conducting championship golf tournaments for the NYSGA and collaborating golf associations. So, if you have a passion for golf (skill level isn't important), an interest in learning to conduct first-class competitions, and want to be part of a fun, hard-working crew, we hope you'll consider joining us!

Responsibilities:

Manage the In-house administrative responsibilities related to conducting championship golf competitions for multiple associations:

Provide support (via email/phone) to golfers utilizing the online registration software to sign-up for tournaments

Review player specific tournament eligibility requirements

Update association and tournament specific websites

Inventory and organize tournament hardware/supplies

Utilization of the NYSGA's Tournament Management software, Golf Genius

Communicate tournament specific information to players and association volunteers

Travel to top golf courses as a member of an NYSGA team to conduct tournaments, fulfilling essential responsibilities (after extensive training) as assigned:

Set up the on-site NYSGA tournament office and event signage/supplies

Prepare the course for tournament play, including marking (out of bounds, penalty areas, ground under repair), selecting hole locations and hole distances, volunteer assignments, and Local Rules and Notices

Perform tournament admin roles: pre-round setup, player/volunteer registration, starting, scoring, spotting, and officiating

Complete the tournament by breaking down supplies, preparing and sending player/media/volunteer reports/emails, and returning to NYSGA HQ

Additional projects will be assigned and may include other core services provided by the association (Handicapping, Course Rating, Foundation, Communications, Marketing), based on the individual interest of the intern. Requirements:

Recent college graduate interested in gaining entry level experience in pursuit of a career in the golf industry

A background in golf, either playing and/or working at a course (pro shop, outside operations, golf course maintenance)

Ability to work from NYSGA HQ in Jamesville, NY

Self-motivated, detail oriented, personable, and a proven team player

Comfortably lift and transport equipment that weighs up to ~50 pounds

Must have own transportation and a valid driver's license

Must be an amateur golfer, PGM students are eligible, but PGA professionals/apprentices are ineligible