Agronomy Intern

Troon; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Troon is seeking an Agronomy Intern for the summer at Tobacco Road in Sanford, North Carolina. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in turfgrass management, including maintenance, chemical application, and irrigation. Candidates should be pursuing or recently graduated from a turf-related program. The role requires physical stamina and a valid driver's license. Join our team for a unique summer experience in the golf industry!

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing or a recent graduate of a turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture program.
• No prior experience necessary.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cultural practices to maintain turf health.
• Assist with the application of fertilizers and pesticides.
• Work alongside irrigation techs for system troubleshooting.
• Participate in daily course preparation and record-keeping.
• Opportunities to lead small crews on tasks and projects.

Skills

Basic knowledge of turf equipment

Familiarity with irrigation systems

Understanding of fertilizer application techniques

Education

Pursuing or recently graduated in turfgrass management or related field

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Job description

Tobacco Road is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Agronomy Intern to join our team for the summer season!

Job Overview

This position offers hands‑on experience in the Agronomy and Maintenance department within the golf industry, providing an opportunity to develop skills in the maintenance and care of turfgrass, gaining hands‑on experience in various aspects of turfgrass management and operations supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Turfgrass Management
  • Performing cultural practices such as aerification, verticutting, topdressing, and rolling to maintain turf health. This also includes the mowing of all playing surfaces (greens, tees, fairways, etc.).
• Chemical & Fertilizer Application
  • Assisting with the calibration, safe handling, and application of liquid and granular fertilizers and plant protectants (pesticides, fungicides, etc.).
• Irrigation
  • Working alongside irrigation techs, which involves hand watering, using soil moisture sensors (TDR meters), and troubleshooting irrigation systems.
• Course Operations & Planning
  • Participating in daily course preparation (e.g., setting up tees, cutting cups), record‑keeping for maintenance activities and chemical inventory, and attending planning meetings with the Director of Agronomy.
• Leadership & Projects
  • Opportunities often exist to lead small crews on specific daily tasks or special in‑house construction and renovation projects.

Qualifications, Education & Experience

• Must be pursuing or currently enrolled in a recent graduate of a 2‑year or 4‑year turfgrass management, agronomy, horticulture, or a related science program.
• No prior experience necessary.

Licenses

• Valid driver's license

Physical Stamina

• The role requires physical work in varying weather conditions, including the ability to stand, walk, bend for extended periods, and lift items up to 50 pounds.

Essential Skills

• Basic knowledge and operational experience with turf equipment (mowers, trimmers, etc.).
• Familiarity with irrigation systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Understanding of fertilizer and chemical application techniques, safety, and calibration.

If you are an ambitious and creative individual eager to gain experience as an assistant and supervisor, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Tobacco Road team this summer!

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