Summer Golf Course Intern
Country Club in Medinah, Illinois is looking for a Summer Golf Course Intern.

Position Overview:
Turfgrass Interns will be an integral part of the Turf Team that employs 85 staff in mid-season and will be considered part of the management team as skills and abilities warrant. Our core beliefs revolve around Respect/Personal Responsibility/Individualism. Internships can vary from 3 – 9 months and develop into a full time position.

A partial list of the opportunities Interns will be given:
• Completion and ‘grow-in’ of Course #3 with OCM Golf.
• Develop an Intern Goals and Objectives Plan tailored to each individual.
• Fertilizer/pesticide: calibration, application, inventory control, disease ID and an understanding of how, what and why these applications are used.
• Irrigation function and scheduling; water management that leads to firm conditions and turf health.
• How to organize and schedule an efficient team, daily and weekly.
• Coaching and mentoring on job performance and career track as desired.
• Flexible schedule that supports a Life Outside of Turf.
• Work with an industry-leading Equipment Technician Team.

Requirements:
Currently enrolled in a Turfgrass Management Program or similar field of study like Agronomy, Horticulture, etc.
Minimum 1 year of prior golf course experience is preferred. Excellent work history; previous experience in application of pesticides and fertilizers preferred but not required.
Successful Interns ask questions, are present and engaged and willing to sacrifice for others.
Great work references.
Respected Teammate.
Interests and priorities outside of Turf.
Develops strong relationships with coworkers.

Compensation:
$20 – $22 per hour.
Meals at club while working.
Golf.
Uniforms.
Coaching and mentoring.
Career counseling/resume review/ classroom atmosphere with 10 other Turf Professionals.
Strong nationwide network for future job placement and counseling.
Potential for FT AGCS position post internship for 2026 Presidents Cup.

How to apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.

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