Tournament Services Intern

PGA Tour • Richmond, VA

6d

About The Position

The Best Players Need the Best People. The Event Services Intern is responsible for assisting the Tournament Manager with management of the volunteer program. The tournament has over 750 local volunteers. The Korn Ferry Tour Championship is the season-finale for the Korn Ferry Tour, with the players that finish in the top 20 in points earning their PGA TOUR cards for the following season. The 2026 event will take place October 5 – 11 at The Federal Club in Glen Allen, VA. The Event Services Intern is responsible for assisting the Tournament Manager with management of the volunteer program. The tournament has over 750 local volunteers. When most people think of the PGA TOUR, they envision famous golfers, exciting tournaments, and the TOUR’s generous support of more than 3,000 charities. We are all of these things, but there’s much more to the PGA TOUR than meets the eye. Behind the TOUR’s international reputation for sports excellence and philanthropic leadership is a dedicated team of business, sports management and entertainment professionals working together to support our players and advance our mission. Headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., we’re a dynamic group of individuals with diverse talents who share a deep respect for the sport of golf and the positive impact it has in communities across the United States and internationally. If your goals include being part of an exciting team that emphasizes professional development and the personal satisfaction of contributing to important causes, we encourage you to explore the many advantages and benefits of a career with the TOUR.

Requirements

• Graduating senior or graduate student in from accredited four-year college or university or currently possess a bachelor’s degree
• Sports Marketing/Management, Marketing, Management, Communications, or comparable major preferred
• Eligible to work in the United States; International students must have all visas and employment authorizations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Public relations skills and ability to communicate with staff, volunteers, corporate clients, club members and public
• Must take initiative, operate proactively, and think independently in project management and problem solving
• Capacity to work on several projects simultaneously
• Self-discipline with schedule and time management
• Organization, attention to detail and follow-through are crucial
• Ability to stand for lengthy periods and lift/move boxes of supplies and apparel potentially weighing 45 pounds or more

Responsibilities

• Communication and public relations with volunteers
• Recruit volunteers through local charities and community organizations
• Oversee and manage the volunteer database system
• Assist the volunteer leadership with communication and scheduling
• Manage volunteer uniform distribution and training sessions
• Oversee the Tournament’s volunteer communication including the monthly newsletter
• Assist with the Tournament’s grassroots marketing campaign, working with local partners to promote the event
• Assist with event pre-planning and logistics
• Work closely with the Tournament’s title sponsor consortium and host club
• Assist with general administrative work and other tournament related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) plus employer match and contribution
• Health Savings Account/Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Membership to TPC Sawgrass

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern