Agronomy Intern

Desert Mountain; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free onsite medical clinic for team &s

Free team member meals during shifts

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship program

Annual education scholarship

401K retirement plan

Retail discounts

Job summary

Desert Mountain Club invites you to join the Agronomy team as an Agronomy Intern in Scottsdale, AZ. This paid internship requires 32–40 hours per week for at least 12 weeks and must be approved for academic credit by your college.

You will work closely with Assistant Superintendents and Superintendents, gaining exposure to irrigation management, pesticide and fertilizer applications, and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited 2- or 4-year Agronomy, Turfgrass Management, or Plant Sciences program.

Responsibilities

• Daily course setup incl. tee setup and cup cutting.
• Calibrate and apply liquid and dry materials.

Skills

Team player

Strong work ethic

Learning mindset

Education

Enrolled in accredited 2- or 4-year Agronomy/Turfgrass/Plant Sciences program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Scottsdale, AZ 85262

Position Type: Internship

Job Shift: Any

Join the Agronomy team at one of the largest private country clubs in North America, Desert Mountain Club, as an Agronomy Intern!

Desert Mountain Club consists of Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course). We offer terrific benefits like a FREE onsite medical clinic to all team members & their dependents, Free team member meals during shifts, and so much more!

This is a paid internship and must be recognized by the intern's collegiate institution as academic credit toward a chosen degree in Agronomy, Turfgrass Management, or Plant Sciences. This is a full-time internship that entails 32-40 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks.

In this role, you will be exposed to every aspect of golf course maintenance in the desert working closely with the Agronomy Assistant Superintendents, Senior Assistant Superintendents, and Superintendents. You will gain experience in irrigation management, applying pesticides and fertilizers, and growing your leadership skills. Based on performance and program completion, Interns will be eligible to advance into the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent role upon their return to Desert Mountain post-school graduation.

The ideal candidate will be a team player with a great attitude, strong work ethic, and passion for learning and growing. Must be enrolled in an accredited 2 or 4-year Agronomy, Turfgrass Management, or Plant Sciences Program.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• PTO, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, and Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Education Scholarship
• Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development Scholarship
• Mentorship Program
• Internships
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• Mental health, wellness, and virtual care resources
• FREE employee meals during shifts or meal stipend
• FREE golf and tennis
• Matching Retirement 401K Plan
• Retail discounts
• Pet insurance

*Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal).

Responsibilities

• Daily course set-up including tee set-up, cutting cups, etc.
• Calibration and application of liquid and dry materials.
• Assist in irrigation repair and maintenance.
• Operate small power mowers, trimmers, greens mowers, tee mowers, Flymo's and backpack blowers on designated areas of the golf course.
• Administer Desert Mountain Club water management philosophy for summer and seasonal situations regarding bentgrass, bermudagrass and ryegrass.
• Identify disease and pest issues using Desert Mountain Club resources and report them to management.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Required to work in an outdoor working environment – Regularly
• Exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather – Regularly

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our Company

Desert Mountain Club is one of the nations premier private clubs, located in the scenic foothills of North Scottsdale, Arizona. Spanning more than 8,000 acres, Desert Mountain features:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• Seven distinctive clubhouses with unique dining and banquet experiences
• Award-winning spa, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and swim facility.
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails

What truly sets Desert Mountain apart is our people. We foster a culture built on care, respect, teamwork, wellbeing, and growth where teammates feel valued and proud to be part of the team.

Desert Mountain Club is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a workplace built on inclusion, respect, and opportunity for all teammate's.