2027 USGA P.J. Boatwright Internship – Operations

USGA•Lafayette, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The intern will work closely with the Louisiana Golf Association (LGA) Executive Director and staff and gain experience across golf operations, championship administration, and the golf industry. The role supports LGA Championships, Louisiana Junior Golf Tour (LJGT) tournaments, USGA Qualifiers, and course rating assessments. The intern will engage with member clubs, participants, golf professionals, turf maintenance crews, LGA Board members, sponsors, volunteers, and USGA staff, helping provide outstanding service and memorable experiences for LGA and LJGT members. This internship is intended for someone interested in a career in golf administration and offers opportunities to develop event management, communication, and leadership skills. The position is based in Lafayette, Louisiana, with approximate dates of January 4 through December 14, 2027; start and end dates are flexible. The work involves travel throughout Louisiana, time outdoors at golf courses, and extended hours during tournaments. The intern must be able to reside near LGA headquarters in Lafayette for the duration of the internship. Compensation is $2,500 per month, and job expenses including mileage, staff uniforms, and meals while traveling are covered.

Requirements

Self-motivated, personable, and enthusiastic, with a strong work ethic.
Outgoing and comfortable engaging with a diverse group of golfers.
Strong conflict-resolution and communication skills, including the ability to navigate challenging situations effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and exceptional customer service abilities.
Leadership and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
Punctual and reliable; tardiness will not be accepted.
Flexible schedule and ability to work extended hours, early mornings, and weekends, and travel frequently across Louisiana.
Physically capable of lifting heavy event equipment, such as ice chests, tee markers, flags, and tents.
Ability to reside near LGA headquarters in Lafayette, Louisiana, for the duration of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Strong interest in golf administration or sports management; a golf background is not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with general office duties, including CRM updates and member correspondence.
Help manage the LJGT membership roster, including timely registration and distribution of membership packages.
Create events, pairings, starting times, and tournament materials in Golf Genius software.
Attend course ratings as needed with the LGA Director of Member Services.
Complete pre-tournament tasks, including course marking, setting tee markers, checking hole locations, and setting up starting and scoring areas.
Assist with tournament operations for LGA Championships, LJGT events, and USGA Qualifiers.
Set up TV leaderboards.
Manage LGA and LJGT equipment, including tee markers, flags, tents, radios, and coolers.
Coordinate with volunteers during events and assist with radios and pace-of-play monitoring.
Ensure Golf Genius live mobile scoring is functioning properly for each pairing group.
Respond to customer inquiries by phone and email, including Golf Genius and registration questions.
Work with the LGA Director of Communications on tournament-related social media, event photos, and timely updates.
Assist with tournament breakdown.
Assist with trophy and gift presentations at the conclusion of championships.
Write thank-you notes to host-club golf staff and ensure Player of the Year points are updated on the LGA website.
Contribute to other projects as directed by LGA staff.