Golf Course Maintenance Intern

Atlanta Athletic Club; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complementary On-Site Housing

Lunch & Dinner Provided

Educational Opportunities

Uniforms

Golf Privileges

Job summary

Atlanta Athletic Club is offering a turf management internship for students pursuing a Turf Management program. Under supervision, you will participate in daily golf course maintenance and assist with course conditioning and agronomy tasks across our two 18-hole courses.

Enrolled students will gain hands-on experience, work with the Superintendent and assistants, and contribute to project work that supports the Club’s championship standards. On-site housing and meals are provided.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Turf Management related field or Certificate program.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across all facets of golf course management.
• Work closely with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents to maintain high standards.

Skills

Golf course experience

Education

Turf Management field or certificate program

Job description

Atlanta Athletic Club is a prestigious private 36-hole golf facility located just 25 miles north of Atlanta. Renowned for hosting major championships, the Club recently welcomed the 2025 U.S. Girls' Junior and the 2021 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Continuing its legacy of excellence, the Club is proud to partner with the USGA to host future premier events, including the 2030 U.S. Amateur and the 2035 U.S. Women’s Amateur.

In October 2022, the Riverside Course reopened following a comprehensive redesign led by acclaimed architect Tripp Davis. The renovation featured significant upgrades, including a full HDPE irrigation system, sand-capped fairways and tees, enhanced drainage infrastructure, and strategic reshaping to support the new design vision.

Educational Requirements

Enrolled in a 2 or 4-year Turf Management related field or Certificate program.

Experience Requirements

No experience required, but prior Golf Course experience is a plus.

Special Requirements

Atlanta Athletic Club is seeking a motivated, hard-working individual with a strong desire to build a successful career in the golf course industry. This internship offers hands-on experience across all facets of golf course management, working closely with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents to maintain the high standards expected at our championship facility.

Our goal is to equip the intern with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to take the next step in their professional journey. The selected candidate will gain valuable experience on both of our 18-hole championship courses, contributing to daily operations and special projects that support the Club’s tradition of excellence.

Job Benefits

• Complementary On-Site Housing
• Lunch & Dinner Provided
• Educational Opportunities
• Uniforms
• Golf Privileges
• Time and half pay on Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving Day

Date Job is Available

Late Summer - Early Fall 2026

Atlanta Athletic Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, covered veteran status, or based on any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local law.