Golf Course Agronomy Internship: Turf & Irrigation

Andersen Corporation; Nekoosa (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing may be provided

Meals during shifts

Golf privileges

Restaurant and retail discounts

Provided uniforms

Access to resort recreation

Team events

Job summary

Sand Valley LLC in Wisconsin is offering an Agronomy Internship to gain practical experience in golf course maintenance, turfgrass management, irrigation, and natural area stewardship. Interns work with experienced leaders on daily course prep and specialized projects.

Assignments are based on education and readiness. The program runs through the season with opportunities for hands-on learning and professional growth in a premier golf resort setting.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a two-year or four-year turfgrass management program or closely related field.
• Eager to learn, ask questions, and contribute with a positive attitude.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and pride in a job well done.
• Ability to listen, follow direction, communicate clearly, and work safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team.
• Safety-minded when working around tools, chemicals, vehicles, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily course setup, mowing, bunker maintenance, and other routine maintenance.
• Collect and track moisture readings with TDR moisture meters.
• Safely operate a variety of golf course and construction equipment.
• Learn irrigation control systems and assist with watering programs and audits.
• Support maintenance of lakes, ponds, and natural areas.
• Maintain bentgrass and other turfgrasses across multiple areas.
• Perform turfgrass cultural practices: mowing, verticutting, topdressing, aerifying, rolling.
• Assist with fertilizer and pesticide applications, calibration, and recordkeeping.
• Assist with grow-in projects including seeding greens, tees, fairways, and native areas.
• Help maintain and restore natural areas such as sand barrens and sedge areas.
• Learn maintenance practices that support firm, fast playing conditions.
• Assist with maintaining grass tennis courts.
• Gain exposure to cutting unit setup and basic repairs.

Skills

Turfgrass management

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Driver’s license

Education

Turfgrass management program

Job description

Sand Valley LLC in Wisconsin is offering an Agronomy Internship to gain practical experience in golf course maintenance, turfgrass management, irrigation, and natural area stewardship. Interns work with experienced leaders on daily course prep and specialized projects.

Assignments are based on education and readiness. The program runs through the season with opportunities for hands-on learning and professional growth in a premier golf resort setting.