Merchandise Internship: 2026 PGA Championship

Legends Global•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This internship offers a comprehensive experience in the operations of a major championship's merchandise department. Interns will be involved in various aspects of retail and merchandising, from inventory management and visual displays to volunteer training and direct customer interaction. The role provides a unique opportunity to understand the end-to-end process of running merchandise operations for a high-profile event like the PGA Championship, working alongside experienced staff, vendors, and a large volunteer team.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be friendly, self-motivated, and enjoy meeting new people.
Willingness and drive to exceed guest expectations.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced and continuously changing environment.
Must maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Ability to stand, walk, bend and move throughout the venue for extended periods of time.
Ability to transport up to 30 lbs on a continuous basis.
Basic math skills; ability to accurately count change and balance bank.
Ability to work independently or in a team during set up and to get tasks done efficiently.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and guests.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with team members.
Willingness to set and maintain high standards of performance.
Must be flexible to work extended hours including late nights, weekends and holidays.
Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations.
Complete company-wide safety training and any additional job-specific safety training.

Nice To Haves

Some college preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in receiving all merchandise for The PGA Shops.
Conduct inventory processes and organize received products.
Assist with set-up and visual displays within The PGA Shops.
Work with national vendor representatives to move products into the store and organize back stock.
Aesthetically merchandise the sales floor and create/apply visuals.
Assist in the final preparations of the merchandise facilities, including creating signage and organizing point-of-sale stations.
Train volunteers on merchandise operations.
Assist full-time merchandise staff in running The PGA Shops during the PGA Championship event week.
Direct volunteers in various areas of merchandise operations.
Assist vendors with product-related tasks.
Provide customer service to patrons.
Replenish back stock.
Assist with the breakdown of merchandise operations post-tournament.
Assist with post-event sales and ending inventory procedures.
Participate in load-out processes.