Golf Course Maintenance Intern: Learn Turf Science On-Site

Reynolds Lake Oconee; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynolds Lake Oconee in Greensboro, GA is seeking a motivated person to assist with daily golf course maintenance and landscape tasks. You will mow greens, tees, and fairways, assist irrigation management, and help apply turf inputs while following safety protocols and environmental regs.

This role offers hands-on learning under seasoned professionals, with objectives in soil science, turfgrass health, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree program in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of turf management and golf course maintenance practices is a plus but not required.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in golf course maintenance or sports turf management.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a positive attitude toward learning.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment or materials (up to 50 lbs.).
• A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily golf course maintenance, including mowing greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
• Participate in irrigation management, including troubleshooting, repair, and monitoring of systems.
• Help with the application of fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and other plant protectants, while following safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Assist with aeration, topdressing, overseeding, and other agronomic practices to maintain healthy turfgrass.
• Learn to operate and maintain various types of equipment such as mowers, aerators, and utility vehicles.
• Perform regular bunker maintenance, including raking and shaping.
• Assist in maintaining flower beds, trees, shrubs, and other landscape areas around the golf course.

Skills

Attention to detail

Outdoor work readiness

Teamwork

Physical strength

Education

Degree in Turfgrass Management / Agronomy / Horticulture or related field

Job description

Reynolds Lake Oconee in Greensboro, GA is seeking a motivated person to assist with daily golf course maintenance and landscape tasks. You will mow greens, tees, and fairways, assist irrigation management, and help apply turf inputs while following safety protocols and environmental regs.

This role offers hands-on learning under seasoned professionals, with objectives in soil science, turfgrass health, and equipment maintenance.