The JGANC is one of the largest junior golf associations in the country. In 2022, the JGANC had over 1300 members between the ages of 7-18, and in 2023 the JGANC plans to conduct over 70+ tournaments throughout Northern California.
This JGANC internship position requires extensive travel throughout Northern California as well as limited travel to Southern California. This internship will help prepare you for a career in the golf industry and your future after school. The JGANC internship program is very well respected and held in high regards by members, parents, golf professionals, and prospective employers. The following information should help you get a better understanding of the tasks, responsibilities, and rewards that come with the JGANC internship.
TOURNAMENT COORDINATOR INTERN
Summer Internship (3-Month) — Job Description:
The JGANC are looking for qualified applicants to learn from, observe, and assist the full-time staff as Tournament Coordinator interns. The interns will travel extensively throughout Northern California while assisting the JGANC. During the internship, Tournament Coordinators will help conduct junior golf tournaments under the supervision of the Executive Director.
REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants must have completed at least two (2) years of college
- Basic golf knowledge (Rules of Golf experience a plus)
- Excellent communication and public relation skills
- Strong work ethic and desire to excel in the golf business, sports industry or event management/hospitality industry
- Basic Computer skills
- Desire to interact with junior golfers ages 8-18, and their families
- Reliable transportation necessary
- Willingness to endure long hours in various weather conditions
- Willingness to travel for a period of a few days at a time, on a limited basis. Company transportation would be provided for these trips
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Learn, observe, and assist Division Directors with the coordination and administration of all tournament activities, which includes 60+ events.
- Development Areas includes on-course rules officiating, golf course set-up, inventory management, public speaking, starting/scoring of players; build relationships with PGA Professionals in Northern California.
- Travel to host course tournament sites.
- Be familiar with and willing to learn the USGA Rules of Golf
BENEFITS
- Hourly wage plus overtime pay when applicable
- Travel and expense reimbursement possible
- School credit (if applicable)
- Uniforms provided for tournament days
- Golf privileges when possible
Where to Send Your Resume
Shane Balfour, Executive Director
Email: exec.dir@jganc.com
Phone: 209-505-2204