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Fall Internship- Golf Tournament Operations- HOUSING Jobs in St. Petersburg, USA at Hurricane Junior Golf Tour
Position: Fall 2026 Internship- Golf Tournament Operations-FREE TRAVEL and HOUSING
Location: St. Petersburg
Are you passionate about sports and looking for hands‑on experience that can launch your career—while doing something that truly matters? At the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, we give you the chance to do just that. Join a team that’s shaping the future of junior golf—creating elite tournament experiences, helping young athletes reach college, and building unforgettable moments on the course.
Position:
Golf Operations Associate
Location:
Travel
Internship Dates:
Aug – Dec 2026
Reports to:
Director, Recruitment
About The HJGT
The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour (HJGT) was founded in 2007 to provide junior golfers aged 8‑18 an opportunity to play exceptional courses in a competitive environment. The tour’s vision is to deliver superb hospitality and make every event memorable. With play open to both males and females, nearly every junior golfer is eligible to participate. The HJGT is the world’s largest junior golf tour, hosting more 2‑day nationally ranked events than any other tour.
In 2017, HJGT partnered with Nexus, an international hospitality and entertainment company backed by financier Joe Lewis and the Tavistock Group, to grow the game of golf, broaden the tour’s reach across the U.S. and worldwide.
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision and mentorship of HJGT Tournament Directors and Staff Members, interns will learn how to operate golf tournaments through active involvement in all aspects of tournament operations, from course setup to breakdown. The unpaid internship requires extensive weekend travel across the country, including states such as Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Colorado, Missouri, Illinois, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Texas, Minnesota, Iowa, California, Arizona, New Jersey, and North Carolina.
When not traveling, interns receive business operations training from the senior leadership team. Five operations teams span the country; two are housed full‑time in GA, and the remaining three are travel teams lodging in hotels during the program.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Business, Sports Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- Unpaid internship; must receive at least one college credit for the onsite experience from an accredited institution.
- Maintained good academic standing at your college/university.
Responsibilities
- Provide extensive customer service to all players and families.
- Assist with tournament set‑up, including marking courses, tee and hole locations, scoreboard set‑up, and utility set‑up.
- Manage starting and scoring of players, officiate on‑course rules, and ensure pace of play.
- Perform other duties assigned by management.
Experience/Skills
- Knowledge of golf (preferred).
- Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Goal‑oriented and result‑driven.
Why Intern With HJGT?
- FREE housing.
- FREE travel.
- FREE or discounted golf.
- Food and gas stipend.
- Intern incentive program.
- College credit for hands‑on experience.
- Hands‑on experience in tournament operations, retail marketing, and video production.
- Resume‑building workshops.
- Classroom sessions with HJGT employees for career planning.
- Recommendation letters from full‑time employees.
- Networking events.
The Following Items Will Be Provided By The HJGT
- Hotel accommodations.
- Van transportation to and from tournaments.
- Uniform.
- Laundry services.
- Discounted or FREE golf at host venues.
College Credit
Students may use the HJGT internship for college credit. The institution will determine the credit amount. All interns must be enrolled in at least one credit‑earning course.
Opportunities
- Experience in the golf industry.
- Potential for full‑time employment with HJGT or its network.
Career Enrichment
Interns will meet and interact with a wide array of professionals—future PGA and LPGA stars, golf professionals, course superintendents, sponsors, and spectators—developing people‑management, departmental, and problem‑solving skills in a fast, fun environment.
Graduates in the Following Sport Organizations
- PGA
- NBA
- MLB
- NASCAR
- NFL
- NHL
- Disney
- Topgolf
- Learfield
Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, the associate may be required to work varying schedules, including nights and weekends, to reflect the business needs of the company.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hurricane Junior Golf Tour is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.
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Title: Fall Internship- Golf Tournament Operations- HOUSING
Company: Hurricane Junior Golf Tour
Location: St. Petersburg, USA
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