The Maryland State Golf Association is looking for talented and well-rounded applicants with experience in sports and/or golf administration to fulfill the 6-month 2025 USGA P.J. Boatwright Tournaments Internship.
Responsibilities
- Assist in course setup including but not limited to course marking, determining hole locations and taking hole-by-hole notes
- Assist in developing all necessary informational documentation for players and rules officials including, but not limited to pin sheets, hole by hole notes, notice to players, scorecards, pairings/tee times, scoreboards, pace of play, hard card, evacuation plan, etc.
- Assist with on-site tournament management, including but not limited to course set-up & clean-up, scoring, online score posting, monitoring pace of play, and rules.
- Support the efforts of the Director of Handicapping & Course Rating
- Assist with fundraising initiatives related to Youth on Course and the Junior Girls Program
- Answer and/or refer general telephone and email inquiries of MSGA members and member clubs.
- Process applications related to the MSGA eClub/GHIN and assist with responding to general inquiries related to the handicap department.
Requirements
- A college degree (completed or in progress) is preferred, but not required. A high interest in golf/golf administration with considerable knowledge of the game of golf is beneficial. Strong written and verbal communication and organization skills required.
- On-site tournament days with flexible hours
- Willingness to travel within the state and able to work outside in various weather conditions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential
- The selected individual must arrange their own housing in the area and provide their own transportation.
- Intern must attend orientation (funded by the USGA) in Liberty Corner, NJ, or virtually.
- MSGA apparel will be provided
- Ability to work from MSGA HQ in Lutherville-Timonium, MD
Position: 2025 USGA P.J. Boatwright Tournaments Internship, Early May through November (6 months); flexible start/end dates
Location: MSGA Office in Lutherville-Timonium, MD (Baltimore)
Housing & Transportation: The selected individual must arrange their own housing in the area and provide their own transportation to work and tournament sites.
Compensation: $15.00 per hour
To apply: Interested applicants should email their resume, cover letter, and three references to:
Elisa Hermes, Director of Rules & Competitions - [email protected]
Position is open until filled. Deadline to apply is February 14, 2025.
About Us
The Maryland State Golf Association (MSGA) is dedicated to promoting the game of golf in Maryland and Washington, DC. We welcome golfers of all ages and abilities and offer a range of initiatives aimed at enriching and expanding the opportunities within the sport, including:
- Hosting tournaments, USGA championship qualifiers, events, and team matches
- Administering golf handicap and course rating programs
- Fostering the next generation of golfers through junior programs, grants, and scholarships
- Providing comprehensive golf rules education
- Expanding engagement among women, new golfers, and adaptive golf participants
- Preserving our rich heritage through our partnership with the Maryland Golf Hall of Fame
The MSGA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization of 5 staff, 14 board members, 90 volunteers, 54,000 members, and 165 member clubs. Founded in 1921, we continually work to seek ways to improve the golf experience for our members. For more information, please visit msga.org.
