Pathways Launch Internship Program

USGA•Bernards, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The USGA is thrilled to introduce Pathways Launch, a dynamic 3+month internship program designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in golf by placing talented individuals with prominent organizations across the industry, while fostering a cohesive and supportive community of peers. As a newly designed opportunity offered under Make Golf Your Thing, this unique experience welcomes students from a wide range of backgrounds and encourages you to apply, particularly if you are interested in pursuing a career in golf or the broader sports, hospitality and entertainment industries, have an appetite for future leadership roles, are open to a variety of experiences in order to broaden your skillset and network, and are an undergraduate upperclassmen or graduate student. Through collaboration with participating organizations, Pathways Launch focuses on hard skills, mentorship, and career and leadership preparation. Students will have the opportunity to be placed at one of the following participating organizations, with additional organizations still being added: Callaway Golf, DICK'S Sporting Goods/Golf Galaxy, Golf Pride, Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), Pebble Beach Company, Pinehurst Resorts, PGA of America, PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Superstore, United States Golf Association (USGA), Versant. Interns may be assigned to roles in areas such as Marketing, Business Operations, Golf Operations, Finance, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Communications, Ticketing and Event Operations, Merchandise & Licensing, Human Resources, and Equipment Standards.

Requirements

Demonstrated maturity, dependability, integrity, and initiative to learn.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to positively contribute to a work environment that emphasizes teamwork, respect for differences, and accepting and giving constructive feedback.
Enrolled in an undergraduate (rising junior or above) or graduate program at an accredited college or university.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

No prior experience working in golf is required for most opportunities, however, a demonstration of golf knowledge and strong interest in working in sports is preferred.