Spring 2027 Communication & Digital Content Internship

Gondola; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Golf park access

School credit

Video/photo equipment access

Job summary

The Northern Texas PGA offers a spring internship in Dallas focused on communications and content. You will create and post engaging media around events, help grow the organization’s digital presence, and support the team with photos, videos, and copy.

The role is primarily on-site with some office days and requires travel to Dallas/Fort Worth events. Ideal candidates are students in a college program with a passion for photography, videography, and social media, plus strong written

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Apple computers and macOS.
• Proficiency with Google Suite.
• Experience drafting and publishing a press release.
• Experience with Adobe Creative, including Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom.
• Photography and videography experience.
• Experience managing social media.
• Willingness to travel within the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Responsibilities

• Cover NTPGA events through photography and posting real-time content.
• Produce, capture and edit content highlighting the NTPGA and related programs.
• Manage NTPGA social media outlets (Facebook, Flickr, Instagram, X, YouTube).
• Create and edit recap videos after tournaments and events.
• Film and edit content for NTPGA social channels.
• Assist with the social content calendar and brand voice in materials.
• Coordinate interviews with juniors, parents and PGA professionals.
• Assist with website updates and email promotions.

Skills

Photography

Videography

Social media management

Adobe Creative Suite

Press release drafting

Education

College degree in progress or pursued

Tools

Apple computers

Google Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

Lightroom

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

Consider joining our team for an exciting spring. In May of 2027, PGA Frisco will host the 2027 PGA Championship, and the Northern Texas PGA’s staff will play a key role in the Championship. The dates of this internship encompass the Championship.

ABOUT THE NORTHERN TEXAS PGA

The Northern Texas PGA is one of 41 sections of The PGA of America and has a membership of more than 1,100 PGA of America Golf Professionals. The Northern Texas PGA's objective is to promote the enjoyment and involvement in the game of golf and to provide services to golf professionals and the golf industry. The PGA of America, the Northern Texas PGA and its member golf professionals are recognized as the leaders in the world of golf today.

NORTHERN TEXAS PGA MISSION

The Northern Texas PGA staff’s mission is to serve PGA of America golf professionals and grow the game by managing the day-to-day affairs of the Section. The Northern Texas PGA also operates the Northern Texas PGA Foundation and The Ronny Golf Park.

INTERNSHIP START & END DATES

January 12, 2027 – May 23, 2027 (start and end dates are somewhat flexible based on the successful applicant’s school schedule)

JOB SUMMARY

The Northern Texas PGA has numerous tournaments, events and stories that we like to share with the North Texas community. Through our communications and media department, our staff helps create and develop content and promote our good works to further our mission of serving our members and growing the game of golf.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cover NTPGA, NTPGA Foundation and NTPGA Junior Tour events through photography and posting real-time content
• Produce, capture and edit engaging content that highlights the NTPGA, NTPGA Foundation, and NTPGA Junior Tour
• Manage and promote the NTPGA, NTPGA Foundation, and NTPGA Junior Tour social media outlets, including Facebook, Flickr, Instagram, X, and YouTube
• Creating and editing recap videos after tournaments and events
• Filming, creating and editing content for NTPGA social media accounts
• Assist in maintaining and executing the social media content calendar
• Maintain the NTPGA brand voice in all written materials
• Communicate with and interview juniors, parents, and PGA professionals
• Compose media release
• Assist with the management of the NTPGA's websites
• Create effective email promotions for the NTPGA, NTPGA Foundation, and NTPGA Junior Tour
• Other duties as assigned

TOURNAMENT TRAVEL

Tournaments will be located throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, and extensive travel around DFW is required. Interns will be responsible for their own transportation to and from all tournaments and to and from the Northern Texas PGA office. Please note that this role is primarily on-site based with some office days scheduled.

SPRING SCHEDULE

Communications & Content interns will be responsible for attending tournaments held within the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex. Interns should expect to work, on average, five days a week with the exception of a few special events. In a typical week, Communications & Content interns may expect to work in the office part of the week and on-site at tournaments the other days. On average, spring interns can expect to work 35-40 hours, including most weekends. Additional tasks and hours can be added for those with special requirements for obtaining school credit.

QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATE

Knowledge of Software & Equipment

• Ability to use Apple computers and operating system
• Knowledge of Google Suite
• Experience with drafting and publishing a press release
• Experience with Adobe Creative, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom (Premiere Pro and After Effects are a plus)
• Experience with photography: Mirrorless and/or DSLR cameras
• Videography experience
• Experience with social media management
• Knowledge of lighting

General

• Enjoy working with people, including children and young adults ages 3-19
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, punctual, energetic and a self-starter
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team-based environment
• Ability to bring innovative and creative ideas to work
• Has or is pursuing a college degree (third or fourth-year students preferred)
• Has automobile access with willingness and ability to travel within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex
• Has existing insurance (through school or family)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work early mornings
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather and temperatures
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds, i.e. tents, tables, stakes, and signage
• Ability to safely operate a golf cart
• Ability to stand and move around on foot for extended periods
• Ability to speak publicly
• Effectively able to use and operate cell phones, tablets, and hand-held radios

COMPENSATION

• Interns are compensated at a rate of $11.00 per hour (before taxes)
• Interns are compensated at a rate of $16.00 per hour if / when they work more than 40 hours per week (before taxes)
• Interns are guaranteed a minimum of $600 (before taxes) per two-week pay period during the season
• NTPGA staff uniforms including golf shirts and hats will be provided
• Playing and practicing privileges at the NTPGA Golf Park and select golf courses in the area
• School credit (if applicable)

HOUSING

The Northern Texas PGA does not provide housing of any kind but will be more than happy to assist with the location of housing for those unfamiliar with the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Past interns have utilized corporate housing agencies for fully furnished apartment leases, secured house leases through Airbnb, or utilized extended-stay hotels. Those with family or friends in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex are welcome to stay there and are in no way obligated to live with other interns.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The application will remain open until all positions are filled.

The Northern Texas PGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The successful applicant will be required to take a drug test and undergo an authorized background check. Should any portion of the drug test or background check fail to fully clear, the employment offer may be considered null and void.