PGA/PGM Internship Coordinator at Sam Houston State University PGA Golf Management | GolfHires
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PGA/PGM Internship Coordinator
Sam Houston State University PGA Golf Management · Huntsville, TX
full time$56,160 - $85,925Posted 1 day ago
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About the Role
<p>Come and join the Bearkat community!</p><p>Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.<br /><br />SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior <a href="https://www.shsu.edu/offices-departments/human-resources/benefits/">benefit package</a>, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our <a href="https://www.shsu.edu/offices-departments/human-resources/employee-engagement/employee-perks">educational assistance</a> and <a href="https://www.shsu.edu/offices-departments/human-resources/employee-engagement/employee-perks">dependent assistance</a> programs.</p><p><br /></p><p>Nature & Purpose of Position</p><p>Performs highly complex administrative program work for the Professional Golf Association (PGA)’s Professional Golf Management (PGM) Program. Plans, monitors and maintains the SHSU student internship program with professionals and employees all around the country.</p><p>Primary Responsibilities</p><p>Oversees the Professional Golf Association (PGA)’s PGA Golf Management Program. Responsible for all aspects of Sam Houston State University (SHSU) PGA Golf Management student internships. Maintains a list of current contacts for all businesses that meet internship criteria and are interested in hosting a PGM program intern. Conducts site evaluations for selection of student placements; evaluates site professionals to ensure assistance in the completion of specific work experience activities for program interns. Monitors evaluations of interns by site professionals and evaluations of working conditions and activities of site by interns during placement. Ensures proper documentation of internship sites, placements, and evaluations. Serves as program advisor to the PGM Student Association. Assists in the instruction of the Professional Development Seminar, and reviews PGA and PGM Work Experience Activity Portfolios through the PGA of America. Monitors all internship paperwork, including: Internship Agreement Forms, Internship Evaluation Forms, and Post Internship Meeting Forms. Assists in the instruction of seminars that prepare students for the completion of the PGA Educational Program. Develops and recommend program guidelines. Interprets policies, rules, and regulations and ensures they are followed. Travels to internship site locations to perform site checks, travels around Texas to participate in recruiting events, and assists in instruction of other PGA Golf Management specific courses. Performs other related duties as assigned.</p><p>Other Specifications</p><p>The PGA’s Professional Golf Management Program accredited by The Professional Golfers Association of America is a college degree program designed to attract and educate students to service all aspects of this developing industry. These comprehensive degree programs blend college and university requirements for a golf industry compatible major with a specialty in golf management<br /><br />Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies.<br /><br /><b><strong>This position involves extensive travel throughout the year for internship site visits and recruiting events.</strong></b></p>