Turfgrass Management Intern (Summer 2027)

Ohio Farmers Insurance Company; Westfield Center (OH); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Farmers Insurance Company is seeking a Turfgrass Management Intern to support Hospitality operations on golf course grounds and maintenance tasks. This role is a development position focused on learning course setup, agronomic practices, and golf industry etiquette.

Under supervision, you will participate in daily groundskeeping, equipment operations, fertilization knowledge, and event support, building hands-on experience for a career in turfgrass management and golf hospitality.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in Hospitality Operations or a related field.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or commensurate experience.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that conforms to company standards.
• Availability to work a variable schedule including weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the day-to-day operations of various departments within the hospitality establishment.
• Assists in the day-to-day maintenance of the company's Club grounds department, working closely with management to understand daily priorities.
• Performs assigned golf course or ground maintenance and upkeep using equipment including mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, string trimmers, blowers and more.
• Gains knowledge in fertilization, aeration, topdressing and pesticide application per ODA regulations; documents in official development records.
• Gains experience to help lead and support Hospitality activities, including directing seasonal employees.

Skills

Time Management

Data Entry

Data Analysis and Reporting

Information Systems

Business Analysis

Problem Solving

Continuous Learning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Turfgrass Management Intern, working under direct supervision, is responsible for supporting Hospitality function with day-to-day Golf, Ground, and Maintenance operations. This is a development role focused on building skills and gaining experience associated with a career in Turfgrass Management and/or Golf. The role focuses on learning operational elements, business operations, golf industry careers, and golf and business etiquette. The role performs duties related to course setup, agronomic program execution, and other related tasks that directly impact the conditioning of the golf courses.

Job Responsibilities

• Assisting in the day-to-day operations of various departments within the hospitality establishment.
• Assists in the day-to-day maintenance of the company's Club grounds department, working closely with management to understand daily priorities.
• Performs assigned golf course or ground maintenance and upkeep using a variety of equipment and tools including, but not limited to, mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, string trimmers, blowers and other specialty equipment.
• Gains knowledge and/or develops skills in fertilization, aeration, topdressing and pesticide application according to ODA regulations. Documents and registers such a request in accordance with official development assistance standards.
• Gains experience to help lead and support day-to-day Hospitality activities, including directing other seasonal employees.
• Assists in the planning and execution of events or functions, including coordinating logistics, setting up venues, and providing on-site support. Works under the supervision of an Equipment Technician to gain experience in maintenance and repair of environmental equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, sharpening sand rollers and base cutters, sharpening mowers, washing and machine parts, lubrication and oil checks, etc.
• Assists in training and imparting information on proper procedures and processes, equipment uses, daily operations, and Company safety compliance as directed and depending on experience level.
• Achieves Company's high standards of quality, production, collaboration and service to our employees, guests and customers.
• Assists the Hospitality unit in completing the tasks assigned which often includes, but is not limited to, project work and covering the day-to-day hospitality operations.
• Drives service vehicle(s) in order to perform essential job functions. This may involve traveling on short notice or other daily driving duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in Hospitality Operations or a related field.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or commensurate experience.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that conforms to company standards.
• Availability to work a variable schedule including weekends and some holidays.

Licenses and Certifications:

NA

Behavioral Competencies:

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Nimble Learning

Technical Skills:

• Time Management
• Data Entry
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Information Systems
• Business Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Continuous Learning

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.