Seasonal PGA PGM Intern

Seasonal PGA PGM Intern — 2027 Medinah Country Club | Medinah, Illinois Position Type: Seasonal Internship — 3-Month and 6-Month Opportunities Department: Golf Reports To: PGA Golf Professional Staff Season: 2027 Golf Season ABOUT MEDINAH COUNTRY CLUB Medinah Country Club offers an exceptional opportunity for an aspiring PGA Professional to learn, contribute and grow within one of the most respected golf operations in the country. Our PGA PGM Internship is designed for students who are serious about pursuing a career in the golf industry and want to experience what it takes to operate a world-class private club. Interns work alongside an experienced professional staff and gain hands-on exposure to the many disciplines that make a successful golf operation possible. This is not an internship where you simply observe. You will be part of the team. You will work with members and guests. You will operate, learn, problem-solve and develop as a professional. The Medinah internship experience is fast-paced, highly interactive and tailored to help each intern identify and develop the skills necessary for their future career. THE OPPORTUNITY As a Seasonal PGA PGM Intern, you will gain practical experience across the full spectrum of golf operations, with opportunities to develop skills in: Outside Golf OperationsDriving Range OperationsMember & Guest ServicesTee Sheet ManagementTournament OperationsClub OperationsCaddie ProgramCart Fleet ManagementRetail OperationsJunior Golf InstructionInterns will work closely with members of the PGA professional staff and managers throughout the Golf Department, gaining an understanding of how the various departments work together to deliver an exceptional member and guest experience. WHAT YOU COULD EXPERIENCE Outside Operations Experience the front-line member and guest experience that defines a successful private club. Interact with members and guests from around the worldWork alongside the Outside Operations ManagerAssist with opening and closing procedures for the practice facility, bag room and cart barnGain exposure to golf cart and outside-service operationsExperience Medinah's Golf Learning CenterOpportunity to shadow Club Fitters and Teaching ProfessionalsGolf Shop & Inside Operations Gain hands-on experience with the business side of a busy golf operation. Perform point-of-sale transactions for golf and merchandise using Jonas SoftwareAssist with day-to-day retail operations and merchandise presentationLearn MembersFirst Tee Sheet SoftwareAssist with accurately charging and tracking golf rounds across three golf coursesWork in a high-volume golf operation generating approximately 55,000 annual roundsWork closely with the Caddie Manager to coordinate and service caddie requestsTournament Operations Learn what goes into successfully executing golf events from preparation through completion. Assist with tournament preparation from start to finishBecome familiar with Golf Genius tournament softwareDevelop an understanding of the USGA Rules of GolfGain exposure to the USGA Handicap SystemAssist with tournament-day logistics and member communication PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT At Medinah, we believe an internship should prepare you for your next position, not simply help you complete a school requirement. Throughout the season, interns will have opportunities to: Build relationships with PGA Professionals and industry leadersExpand their professional golf networkIdentify and discuss long-term career goalsReview and strengthen their professional résuméDevelop interviewing and communication skillsLearn about different career paths within the golf industryGain exposure to the expectations and responsibilities of a successful PGA ProfessionalReceive mentorship from an experienced professional staff Our team has worked at golf facilities throughout the country and is committed to helping interns take the next step in their careers.  An internship at Medinah provides an opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills through Medinah University. The goal is simple: leave Medinah with more experience, more confidence, a stronger professional network and a clearer vision for your future in the golf industry. WHY MEDINAH? Medinah provides something that is difficult to replicate in a traditional internship: the opportunity to learn inside a complex, high-volume, multi-course golf operation while working directly with experienced PGA Professionals. You will experience the pace and expectations of a premier private club while developing skills that translate to virtually any golf operation. For students pursuing the PGA Professional Golf Management pathway, this is an opportunity to put classroom learning into practice every day. INTERN BENEFITS In addition to the professional experience and mentorship provided throughout the internship, Medinah interns receive: Discounted housing provided through Eaglewood Resort & SpaCompetitive hourly compensationOpportunities to earn gratuitiesDiscounted merchandise in The ShopPlaying and practice privilegesMeals provided at no cost while on dutySocial and networking events throughout the seasonAn opportunity to build a lasting professional network within the golf industry WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are seeking motivated, energetic and polished professional students who are serious about pursuing a career in the golf industry. Successful candidates will demonstrate: Enrollment in or pursuit of a PGA Professional Golf Management programA genuine interest in a career as a PGA ProfessionalStrong work ethic and willingness to learnPositive attitude and professional demeanorStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively as part of a teamWillingness to work a flexible seasonal schedule, including weekends and holidaysDesire to interact with members and guests and contribute to their experienceInitiative, curiosity and a desire to take on responsibility Prior golf course or private club experience is valuable, but we are equally interested in candidates who demonstrate the attitude, work ethic and desire to become outstanding PGA Professionals. YOUR SUMMER. YOUR CAREER. YOUR NEXT STEP. A PGA internship should be more than a line on a résumé. This could be the experience that changes the trajectory of your career. At Medinah, you will be challenged to learn, encouraged to ask questions, trusted with responsibility and surrounded by professionals who want to see you succeed. Whether your goal is to become a Head Professional, Director of Golf, Teaching Professional, General Manager or pursue another career within the golf industry, the Medinah internship is designed to give you the experience, exposure and professional relationships to help you take that next step. Join the Medinah team for the 2027 season and begin building the career you want in golf. Seasonal PGA PGM Internship Opportunities Available:  3-Month and 6-Month Positions