Grounds Management Internship

Saucon Valley Country Club•Bethlehem, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Saucon Valley Country Club is seeking motivated students and recent graduates for its Golf Courses & Grounds team. This internship provides hands-on experience in golf course maintenance and construction across a multi-course operation, helping prepare future golf course management professionals. Interns contribute to championship-level playing conditions and gain exposure to turfgrass management, course conditioning, environmental stewardship, and preparations for USGA events. The Club is located in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, spans more than 850 acres, and features over 60 holes of championship golf. It is recognized as a Platinum Club and an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.

Requirements

Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Science, Golf Course Management, or related program.
Strong interest in golf course maintenance and turfgrass management.
Willingness to learn agronomic practices and golf course operations.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and leadership skills, including the ability to assist in crew management and small project oversight.
Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, lift, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed during the golf season.

Nice To Haves

Students seeking internship credit are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining Bentgrass and Poa annua on USGA-specification and push-up greens.
Participate in chemical and fertilizer applications, calibration, and recordkeeping.
Assist with irrigation installation, troubleshooting, and repair.
Support water management programs and course conditioning initiatives.
Lead staff on smaller projects and assist with crew management.
Participate in daily golf course preparation and championship conditioning efforts.
Develop agronomic and operational skills through hands-on experience across multiple courses.
Learn advanced turfgrass management practices in a fast-paced environment.