USGA P.J. Boatwright Internship - Tournament Operations

Northern Ohio Golf Association USGA P.J. Boatwright Tournament Internship (2 Positions Available)

LENGTH: Three months (May-August) start and end dates flexible based on school schedule

LOCATION: North Olmsted, Ohio

DESCRIPTION: The Northern Ohio Golf Association is seeking a USGA P.J. Boatwright

Tournament Intern to join our team for the upcoming golf season. We are committed to

providing unparalleled service to our membership and promoting the game of golf

throughout Northern Ohio. This internship will provide a unique opportunity to be part of a

dynamic team that works to deliver world-class golf events, programs, and services to the

golf community. The position is an internship that will provide exposure to all aspects of golf

administration. Interns will travel extensively throughout the region assisting in conducting

competitions and qualifying events.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assist with all aspects of conducting a competition including registration, starting,

scoring, course setup, monitoring pace of play, and communicating with tournament

staff

• Assist with course marking, determining hole locations, and taking hole-by-hole notes

• Maintain tournament entry database

• Learn tournament management software (Golf Genius) to create events, pairings, tee

sheets, and enter scores

• Track and update player of the year points

• Assist with volunteer management

• Respond to emails and phone calls about general tournament or qualifier-related

inquiries

WHAT YOU BRING:

• College degree (completed or in process)

• Valid driver’s license

• Interest in golf

• Willingness to travel within the state

• Organization of tasks and exceptional time management skills are required

• Requires strong work ethic, communication skills (both verbal and written), and ability

to work in a team environment

• Strong computer skills (website, graphic design, publishing software knowledge a big

plus)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds

• Stand and walk for extended periods of time

• Work outside in extreme weather and temperatures

WHAT THE NORTHERN OHIO GOLF ASSOCIATION BRINGS:

• $2,500 per month

• Food and accommodation expenses are paid for when traveling

• Staff apparel

HOUSING & TRANSPORTATION: The Intern must arrange for housing in the area and

provide their own automobile transportation.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2027

ABOUT THE USGA P.J. BOATWRIGHT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

In 1991, the USGA established the P.J. Boatwright Jr. Internship Program. This program is

designed to give experience to individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in golf

administration, while assisting state and regional golf associations in the promotion of

amateur golf, on a short-term, entry-level basis.

Each internship is different since the needs vary from association to association. An intern

may help conduct tournaments, junior golf programs, membership services, and other

general activities that promote the best interests of golf. The common thread, which runs

through the internship, is exposure to tournament preparations, tournament administration,

and post-tournament business. The nature of tournament administration will test one's

patience, initiative, and decision-making abilities, as well as one's ability to endure long hours

and hard work.

ABOUT THE NORTHERN OHIO GOLF ASSOCIATION: The Northern Ohio Golf Association

(NOGA) is a nonprofit organization that serves as the region’s governing body for amateur

golf. Founded in 1917, NOGA is dedicated to promoting the game in Northern Ohio to all

golfers, serving its growing membership of 155 clubs and more than 43,000 individual

members.

HOW TO APPLY: To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Sean Croell at

scroell@noga.org. Applications will be accepted until February 1st, 2027, or until the position

has been filled.