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Interns will support the behind-the-scenes execution of corporate hospitality venues, including setup, logistics, and real-time troubleshooting during championship weeks.
They will also assist with client management and coordinate with staff, vendors, and volunteers to ensure a seamless guest experience.
What you need
Candidates should be undergraduate students with the ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting heavy items and standing for extended periods.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are required to effectively manage hospitality operations.
The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game’s best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and 13 other national championships and our museum; to provide unbiased global governance with The R&A through the playing, equipment and Amateur Status rules; and to advance issues important to golf’s future, with a focus on driving sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. As a nonprofit association, our work and our team are driven to act for the good of the game. The USGA’s headquarters are located in Liberty Corner, NJ, with a recently opened campus in Pinehurst, NC. For more, visit usga.org.
*This application process will be used to consider candidates for short-term hospitality support roles at the 2027 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links and the 2027 U.S. Women’s Open at Inverness Club. A limited number of applicants may be selected to support both championships. More information about championship assignments will be communicated throughout the interview process.
About this role:
Corporate hospitality is an important part of the championship experience, providing companies, clients, partners, and guests with premium spaces to engage throughout the week. This role supports the behind-the-scenes execution of these venues while giving interns hands-on exposure to planning, client management, hospitality operations, and the many USGA departments involved in championship execution. Interns will represent the USGA with professionalism while communicating with clients, vendors, volunteers, and internal teams, troubleshooting needs in real time, and helping create a smooth, service-focused championship hospitality experience before, during, and after championship week.
What you'll do:
Pre-Championship Responsibilities: In the weeks leading up to the championship, interns will help prepare hospitality venues by supporting setup, build-out needs, facility cleaning, inspections, and client load-in. This work is highly hands-on and helps ensure each space is guest-ready and aligned with client expectations.
Championship Week Responsibilities: During championship week, interns will support daily hospitality operations, including access control, venue cleanliness, logistics, client requests, and real-time troubleshooting. Interns will also help coordinate with staff, vendors, and volunteers to keep hospitality spaces running smoothly.
Post-Championship Responsibilities: Following the championship, interns will support close-out by assisting with client load-out, hospitality space breakdown, and organization of remaining materials.
Pitch In Where Needed: Throughout the assignment, interns should be prepared to take on a variety of hands-on hospitality and operational tasks, including physical work and cleaning, to help deliver a smooth, first-class championship hospitality experience.
Internship Dates: Dates will vary by championship assignment and will be confirmed during the selection process.
2027 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links: June 1–21, 2027, in Monterey, CA.
2027 U.S. Women’s Open at Inverness Club: May 26–June 7, 2027, in Toledo, OH.
*If selected for both championships*: The full anticipated commitment would run from May 26–June 21, 2027.
Pay Rate: $18.00/Hour
Where you'll be:
This position is located on-site at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Monterey, CA and/or Inverness Club in Toledo, OH, depending on championship assignment. Housing will be provided for selected interns at each championship location.
What you bring:
Undergrad students preferred
Able to lift heavy items while practicing Safe Lifting and/or with the assistance of others
Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time (12+ hours)
Strong organizational, planning, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to take initiative and effectively execute directions
Collaborative, high energy, and spirited
Creative thinker and problem-solver
Interest in hospitality sales and or service
This internship will provide hands-on experience in the exciting world of sports hospitality while contributing to the success of the USGA’s championship hospitality and experiences. We’re excited to welcome selected interns to the team and help them make the most of this opportunity.
What the USGA brings:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees
Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off
Off-site team building events
On-site gym and golf simulator
Professional development opportunities
Learn more about our benefits and culture here
The USGA is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization believes we are stronger by embracing our diverse backgrounds and perspectives, promoting equity so all teammates can excel and grow in their careers, and fostering experiences to drive inclusion in our workplace and game. Golf is a game for everyone, and you are always welcome.