Northern Texas PGA
2026 Fall West Texas Junior Tournament Operations Intern (Lubbock, Amarillo, Midland/Odessa) - Northern Texas PGA
Northern Texas PGA - Intern
Lubbock · TX
Game Day/Event Staff · Golf Course Management · Event Operations/Management
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ABOUT THE NORTHERN TEXAS PGA
The Northern Texas PGA is one of 41 sections of The PGA of America and has a membership of more than 1,000 PGA of America Golf Professionals. The Northern Texas PGA's objective is to promote the enjoyment and involvement in the game of golf and to contribute to its growth by providing services to golf professionals and the golf industry. The PGA of America, the Northern Texas PGA and its member golf professionals are recognized as the leaders in the world of golf today.
NORTHERN TEXAS PGA MISSION
The Northern Texas PGA staff’s mission is to serve PGA of America golf professionals and grow the game by managing the day-to-day affairs of the Section. The Northern Texas PGA also operates the Northern Texas PGA Foundation and The Ronny Golf Park.
NORTHERN TEXAS PGA MISSION
The Northern Texas PGA staff’s mission is to serve PGA of America golf professionals and grow the game by managing the day-to-day affairs of the Section. The Northern Texas PGA also operates the Northern Texas PGA Foundation and The Ronny Golf Park.
INTERNSHIP START & END DATES
- September 1 - November 11, 2026
(start and end dates are somewhat flexible based on successful applicant’s school schedule)
JOB SUMMARY
The Northern Texas PGA is seeking qualified applicants for a 10-week internship in golf tournament operations during the Fall of 2026. Successful applicants will be responsible for helping conduct day-to-day operations of the Northern Texas PGA Junior Tour and the Northern Texas PGA Foundation’s Junior Golf programming. This internship includes comprehensive training in golf tournament operations, event management, Rules of Golf, and professional development.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute pre-tournament responsibilities, such as tournament information collection, printing tournament documents, equipment/signage set-up, and golf course set-up
- Administer on-site responsibilities, such as player registration, starting, rules officiating, scoring, and awards presentations
- Execute post-tournament responsibilities, including completing, organizing, and submitting tournament reports, distributing tournament results, and equipment tear-down
- Effectively communicate with host professional staff, junior golfers, parents, caddies, and spectators
- Manage tournament equipment through transporting equipment to and from facilities, inventory reporting, and maintenance
- Inform and enforce Junior Tour Rules & Regulations including Rules of Golf, Caddie Program, and Pace of Play
- Provide support to select Section and Foundation operations through various on-site responsibilities
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Fall Junior Tour Operations interns in West Texas will be responsible for helping conduct one to two Junior Tour tournaments each weekend. These tournaments will include formats such as single day, 18-hole and 9-hole stroke play competitions. Interns will be responsible for conducting all of these events from start to finish. A Fall Junior Tour Operations intern in West Texas should expect to work, on average, 1-2 weekend days, including some weekdays, and will work approximately 10-20 hours each week.
QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATE
Required:
- Will live in West Texas (Lubbock, Amarillo, or Odessa/Midland area) for the duration of the internship
- Pursuing a college degree (third or fourth-year students preferred)
- Has automobile access with willingness and ability to travel across West Texas
- Has existing insurance (through school or parents)
- Exhibits ability to work and communicate effectively in a team-based environment
- General computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Office, Smartphone Apps)
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work early mornings
- Ability to work outside in extreme weather and temperatures
- Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds, i.e. tents, tables, stakes, and championship signage
- Ability to safely operate a golf cart
- Ability to stand and move around on foot for extended periods of time
- Ability to speak publicly
- Effectively able to use and operate cell phones, tablets, and hand-held radios
Preferred:
- Basic knowledge of the game and rules of golf
- Interest in a career in golf or sports administration
TOURNAMENT TRAVEL
Tournaments will be located throughout the entire West Texas region. Interns can expect to work a tournament at a different golf course each weekend and will be responsible for their own transportation to and from all tournaments. See below for mileage reimbursement and overnight hotel accommodation information.
COMPENSATION
- Interns will be compensated at $150 per tournament (before taxes) and $87.50 per day during training (before taxes). This compensation is inclusive of all travel and meal expenses.
- If an overnight stay is required because of a sanctioned tournament, the hotel room will be paid for by the NTPGA.
- NTPGA staff uniforms including golf shirts and hats.
- School credit (if applicable).
HOUSING
The Northern Texas PGA does not provide housing of any kind.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interested applicants must submit their application via TeamWork Online. Please email Jordan Cummins ([email protected]) or Alexa Harper ([email protected]) if you have any questions regarding the internship or Northern Texas PGA.
The Northern Texas PGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful applicant will be required to take a drug test and undergo an authorized background check. Should any portion of the drug test or background check fail to fully clear, the employment offer may be considered null and void.
Job Questions:
Please provide a list of 2 to 3 references that we can contact.
Why do you want to join the Northern Texas PGA team?
Will you have a vehicle for the duration of the internship?
Will you live in West Texas for the duration of the internship? (Midland/Odessa, Lubbock)
