Golf Course Maintenance - Greenskeeper Intern (Seasonal)

The Broadmoor Hotel's Talent Acquisition Team•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The Greenskeeper Intern assists with maintaining The Broadmoor Golf Club’s championship golf courses to high standards of playability, presentation, and turf health. Working under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent and Grounds Management team, the intern gains hands-on experience in golf course maintenance, turfgrass management, irrigation practices, and agronomic principles while helping prepare courses for members and guests. The courses have hosted events including the U.S. Women’s Open, U.S. Senior Open, and PGA Cup Matches. This seasonal role is based in a luxury resort environment and includes mowing, bunker and course setup, turfgrass cultural practices, equipment care, watering, landscaping, turf repairs, and course-improvement projects. The intern monitors course and plant health, reports issues, follows safety and operational procedures, and contributes to the resort’s standards for world-class playing conditions and service. The role also requires a willingness to learn about The Broadmoor’s history, grounds, wilderness properties, culinary offerings, and retail outlets.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid driver’s license; employees operating Broadmoor vehicles must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to use Microsoft Office tools for documentation and email communication.
Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 pounds with assistance and proper safety practices.
Flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the calendar of events.
Motivated team player who collaborates effectively and contributes positive energy.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in golf course maintenance or groundskeeping and knowledge of golf are highly preferred; equivalent relevant education and professional background may be considered.
Willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to Five-Star service.

Responsibilities

Mow fairways and roughs to designated heights and championship standards while protecting turf, landscaping, and course features.
Operate string trimmers, rotary mowers, and other turf maintenance equipment.
Maintain bunkers by hand-raking or using mechanical bunker rakes.
Assist with daily course setup, including changing hole locations, positioning tee markers, installing signage, and preparing the course for play.
Perform assigned maintenance tasks safely and efficiently while following departmental procedures and industry best practices.
Participate in aerification, topdressing, overseeding, and other turfgrass cultural and agronomic practices.
Keep assigned equipment clean, safe, and operational; perform routine inspections and report maintenance needs.
Hand-water and syringe greens, tees, and other turf areas as needed.
Prune, trim, and maintain trees, shrubs, ornamental plantings, and natural landscape areas.
Install sod, seed, and repair turf to improve course conditions and restore damaged areas.
Support landscape enhancement, drainage improvement, needle bed maintenance, and other course improvement projects.
Remove debris and maintain course cleanliness using blowers, hand rakes, and other ground maintenance equipment.
Monitor course conditions for drought stress, excess moisture, drainage concerns, disease pressure, and other turf-related issues.
Recognize and report turfgrass pests, weeds, insects, and plant health concerns.
Gain practical knowledge of turfgrass management, golf course operations, irrigation, and agronomic principles under Golf Course Maintenance leadership.
Help deliver world-class playing conditions and preserve the reputation of The Broadmoor Golf Club’s championship courses.
Comply with The Broadmoor’s guidelines, operational procedures, safety policies, and standards of excellence.
Maintain a willingness to learn about The Broadmoor’s history, estate grounds, wilderness properties, culinary offerings, and retail outlets.
Perform additional duties as assigned.