Job Description

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.

Please include a cover letter with your application for this internship. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

PLEASE ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR COVER LETTER:

• What excites you most about the possibility of working with the USGA Hospitality team at our 2027 championships?
• Please describe any previous experience you have in hospitality, event operations, customer service, sports, or another fast-paced environment, and how that experience has prepared you to support on-site championship hospitality operations.
• This role requires a significant amount of standing, walking, lifting, cleaning, and hands-on event setup to ensure hospitality venues are championship-ready. Are you comfortable performing physical, outdoor work for extended periods during the event? (Yes or No)
• Please confirm the dates you are available for this internship program.

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. If selected for both championships, travel from Toledo to Monterey will be covered by the USGA.

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.

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.