USGA P.J. Boatwright Sports Internship 2026 - Golf Championships 4 Month

About The Job
The Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) is offering a 4-month internship (May – August 2026) in the Championships Department. This role provides an in-depth, hands-on experience in golf administration, with a focus on MGA’s championship operations. The internship involves assisting with MGA championships, qualifiers, and USGA qualifying rounds, offering you the chance to work with top golf courses in the Metropolitan Area. This opportunity is ideal for someone interested in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, dedicated to creating positive experiences for all stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

• Tournament Administration and On-Site Support: Travel to premier courses across the Metropolitan Area to support the administration of MGA events. Assist with pre-tournament tasks, such as course marking, set-up, and preparing local rules.


• Event Equipment Management: Oversee inventory, refurbishment, packing, transportation, setup, and breakdown of equipment (e.g., tents, coolers, tee markers) for MGA competitions.


• On-Site Event Coordination: Play an active role during tournaments by assisting with check-ins, managing pace of play, scoring, and post-event follow-up.


• Stakeholder Communication and Support: Act as a liaison for MGA member clubs and patrons, addressing inquiries related to MGA and Met Area competitions.


• Departmental Support and Administrative Tasks: Support Championship Department projects, meetings, mailings, and seminars as needed.


• Field and Office Support: You will spend the majority of your internship attending MGA administered championships and qualifiers. ~70% of the time will be spent in the field and 30% in the office.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent communication, public relations, and organizational skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and various database tools.


• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for travel across the Tri-State area.


• Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment focused on customer service.


• Knowledge of golf and familiarity with golf terminology.

This internship is a valuable opportunity for individuals passionate about golf and event management, offering exposure to the inner workings of golf administration at a respected organization.

Benefits:

• $17 per hour plus travel expense reimbursement


• MGA staff apparel

***Please note that interviews for this position will not begin until January 2026***

ABOUT THE MGA: The Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA), founded in 1897, is one of the nation’s oldest and largest amateur golf associations, serving more than 500 member clubs and 175,000 golfers in the greater Metropolitan New York Area. The MGA is a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of core services such as: handicapping, course rating, an award-winning magazine (The Met Golfer), and conducts some of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious regional championships. The charitable arm of the Association, the MGA Foundation provides life-changing opportunities through the game of golf in the Met Area. The MGA is an Allied Golf Association of the USGA and promotes the best interests of the game of golf. 

At the MGA, we recognize that fostering an environment where everyone feels respected and included is essential for driving creativity, innovation, and overall success. We are committed to advancing diversity and inclusion within our organization and the sport of golf. 

For more information on the MGA and MGA Foundation, please visit www.mgagolf.org.