Virginia State Golf Association Communications Intern

USGA • Midlothian, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia State Golf Association is seeking a USGA P.J. Boatwright Communications Intern for the upcoming golf season. This three-month internship runs from May to August, with flexible start and end dates based on the intern’s school schedule. The intern will work at the VSGA office in Midlothian, Virginia, as well as on-site at events and championships. The role provides exposure to different aspects of a state golf association, with an emphasis on video production, communications, and social media.

The internship is part of the USGA P.J. Boatwright Jr. Internship Program, established in 1991 to provide short-term, entry-level experience to people interested in careers in golf administration while supporting state and regional golf associations in promoting amateur golf.

The VSGA offers $2,000 per month plus overtime. Food and accommodation expenses are paid for when traveling, and a company vehicle is available for use while traveling. The intern must arrange local housing and provide their own automobile transportation. Related expenses incurred while traveling on VSGA business, including use of a personal automobile on official business, will be reimbursed. Staff apparel is provided.

Requirements

• College degree completed or in process.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Interest in golf.
• Willingness to travel within Virginia.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Strong work ethic and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent news writing and editing skills, including the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Up-to-date computer skills and working knowledge of Canva, social media platforms, Adobe Creative Cloud, or other creative programs.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and temperatures.
• Must arrange for housing in the area and provide personal automobile transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred area of study or background in journalism, communications, graphic design, public relations, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Bring awareness to VSGA events, programs, and services.
• Provide written content for the website.
• Contribute news and feature stories to the Association’s magazine.
• Write tournament coverage and recaps as assigned.
• Provide video coverage during tournaments as assigned.
• Provide tournament updates through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat.
• Produce video packages as assigned.
• Provide photography at Association tournaments and events as assigned.
• Support the VSGA’s HubSpot CRM and marketing automation tools.

Benefits

• $2,000 per month plus overtime.
• Food and accommodation expenses are paid for when traveling.
• Company vehicle for use when traveling.
• Staff apparel.
• Reimbursement for related expenses while traveling on VSGA business, including use of a personal automobile on official business.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern