AGA/USGA P.J. Boatwright Internship: Tournament Operations
AGA/USGA P.J. Boatwright Internship: Tournament Operations
Available Positions:
2 – Three-month Internships
1 – Six- or eight-month Internship
Start Date: May 2027
End Date: August 2027 (November 2027 for long-term internship)
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pplication Deadline: Open Until Filled – Interviews will begin January 2027
Description
These positions will provide exposure to all aspects of golf administration. The primary focus will be to assist the AGA staff in the administration and operations of the AGA and JGA Tour in addition to USGA qualifying events. These positions are based at the AGA office in Birmingham, AL.
Responsibilities
• Tournament Operations include course marking, course set-up, tournament signage assembly and placement, creating starting times and pairings using Golf Genius software, starting players, scoring players, on-course officiating, volunteer coordination, pace of play monitoring and preliminary office preparations for AGA, JGA and USGA qualifying events.
• This is a fully traveling internship - very little time will be spent at the AGA office.
• Interns who demonstrate strong leadership and initiative may earn advanced responsibilities at tournaments, such as serving as the Official-in-Charge (with staff supervision).
• Rules of Golf education and development.
• Completion of Golf Genius certification program, USGA Rules 101, USGA Rules of Golf 80-question test before completion of internship.
• Introduction to other departments: Handicapping, Marketing and Communications, Course Rating.
• The work week is non-traditional hours and consists of 40-60 hours, depending on tournament assignments.
• Reports directly to Sr. Director of Golf Operations and Championships
Job Requirements
• Ability to live in the Birmingham Metro Area during internship.
• Strong work ethic, communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods of time in extreme weather and temperatures as well as work early mornings and weekends.
• A golf background or strong interest in golf and basic knowledge of the Rules of Golf is a plus.
• Have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and manage equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Must be an amateur golfer, but PGM students are eligible. PGA professionals/apprentices are ineligible.
Compensation
• $2,250 per month
o Medical benefits are available at additional cost
• All work-related travel expenses will be paid by the association (meals, lodging, mileage)
• Staff clothing
Application Deadline and Resume Submission
Interested applicants please send cover letter, resume, and three references all in the form of a PDF via
email to Brian Scheufler, Senior Director of Golf Operations and Championships
(brian@alabamagolf.org) with “Tournament Operations Boatwright Internship” in subject line. Positions
are open until filled.
Questions
Contact Karl Yergey, Internship Coordinator at karl@alabamagolf.org
About The P.J. Boatwright, Jr. Internship Program: In 1991, the USGA established the P.J. Boatwright,
Jr. Internship Program. This program is designed to give experience to individuals who are interested in
pursuing a career in golf administration, while assisting state and regional golf associations in the
promotion of amateur golf, on a short-term, entry level basis.
About the Alabama Golf Association (AGA)
The Alabama Golf Association is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational organization founded in 1915
whose mission is to serve and promote amateur golf in Alabama. AGA membership consists of 125
member clubs represented by over 34,500+ individuals. The activities and services of the Alabama Golf
Association are governed by a Board of Directors consisting of Alabama golfers who wish to serve the
game and the association through service. The AGA also manages the Junior Golf Alabama (JGA) program
that is a joint venture between the AGA and Alabama-NW Florida PGA Section.
AGA Boatwright Alumni on Staff
• Jeremy Gardner, Executive Director
o 2014: Southern Nevada Golf Association
• Brian Scheufler, Sr. Director of Golf Operations and Championships
o 2012: Colorado Golf Association
• JD Venosdel, Director of Golf Operations and Championship
o 2022 & 2023: Tennessee Golf Association
• Karl Yergey, Assistant Director of Golf Operations and Championship
o 2023: Alabama Golf Association
• Alison Williams, Manager of Media, Marketing and Communications
o 2024: Alabama Golf Association
• Dawson Meek, Manager of Golf Operations and Championships
o 2024: Missouri Golf Association
The Alabama Golf Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer