Tournament Administration Intern (Spring 2025) - Northern Texas PGA

ABOUT THE NORTHERN TEXAS PGA
The 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 13, 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 an 18-week full-time internship in golf tournament
administration during the Spring of 2025. Successful applicants will be responsible for helping support the day-to-day operations of the Northern Texas PGA Junior Tour programming through administration and customer service duties. This internship includes comprehensive training in golf tournament administration, event management, customer service, and professional development.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contact host facility professional staff to collect and confirm tournament information
• Work extensively with BlueGolf (tournament management software) to create pairings, manage registrations, organize reports, and communicate with players
• Assist junior golfers, parents, caddies, and spectators by answering questions and providing superior-quality customer service
• Assemble tournament information packet including printing, organizing, and checking tournament documents & awards
• Support Junior Tour programs like Points Challenge, Caddie Program, and Membership Packets through daily and various tasks
• Inform and enforce Junior Tour Rules & Regulations including Rules of Golf, Caddie Program, and Pace of Play
• Provide support to select Section and Foundation operations through various on-site responsibilities (as needed)

TRAVEL
Spring administration interns will work from the Northern Texas PGA office Monday-Friday. Interns will be responsible for their own transportation to and from all tournaments as well as to and from the Northern Texas PGA office in Frisco.

SCHEDULE
On average, Spring interns can expect to work 35-40 hours per week. Tournament administration interns will primarily work from the NTPGA office Monday through Friday and may include an occasional weekend event.

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 Metroplex
• Has existing insurance (through school or parents)
• Exhibits ability to work and communicate effectively in a team-based environment
• General computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Smartphone Apps)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work early mornings
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather and temperatures
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds, i.e. tents, tables, stakes, and championship signage
• Ability to safely operate a golf cart
• Ability to stand and move around on foot for extended periods of time
• Ability to speak publicly
• Effectively able to use and operate cell phones, tablets, and hand-held radios

Preferred:

• Basic knowledge of the game and rules of golf
• Interest in a career in golf or sports administration

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.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• 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 they work more than more than 40 hours per week

(before taxes)

• Interns are guaranteed a minimum of $600 (before taxes) per two-week pay period during the season
• NTPGA staff uniforms including golf shirts and hats will be provided
• Playing and practicing privileges at the NTPGA Golf Park and select golf courses in the area
• School credit (if applicable)

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interested applicants must submit their application via TeamWork Online.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The application will remain open until 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:

1. Why do you want to join the Northern Texas PGA team?
2. Describe your experience with the game of golf. None is perfectly fine.

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