PGA Internship Coordinator

PGA Internship Coordinator Job Summary

The PGA Internship Coordinator supports the delivery of experiential learning, student development, and operational functions within the PGA Golf Management (PGM) Program. This position coordinates student progression through program requirements by supporting internship administration, professional development initiatives, player development programming, student engagement activities, and providing accreditation support. The role also supports operations at the Buckingham Golf Learning Center, facilitates student leadership development through the Professional Golf Management Student Association (PGMSA), and assists with tournament operations and external engagement activities that advance the mission and visibility of the PGM Program.

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• Assists with the development, coordination, and implementation of player development programming, practice sessions, instructional clinics, workshops, tournaments, and supplemental student engagement activities that support student success, leadership development, teaching and coaching competencies.
• Participates in the planning and administration of departmental and project activities and coordination with the PGA for Game Seminars.
• Assists with the coordination and operational support of the Buckingham Golf Learning Center, including student programming, instructional activities, tournaments, events, facility utilization, and assigned OPS personnel supporting facility operations.
• Assists with coordinating the PGA Golf Management internship placement process, including student progress tracking, employer communications, documentation management, and compliance with accreditation‑related requirements.
• Maintains internship records, reports, and placement data used for program assessment and accreditation activities.
• Conducts internship site visits and supports employer relationship development and retention.
• Provides student support related to internship preparation, professional communication, career readiness, and program expectations.
• Assists with coordinating student placement processes, interpreting program requirements, resolving routine operational issues, and implementing established program policies and procedures.
• Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of more than 30 annual external‑facing and student‑focused events, including tournaments, networking functions, fundraising activities, industry engagement programs, recruiting events, and professional development initiatives.
• Coordinates tournament programming and student participation activities that support experiential learning, leadership development, and career readiness outcomes.
• Supports the development and implementation of supplemental student engagement opportunities, including peer mentoring, competitive teams, volunteer initiatives, industry visits, and co‑curricular programming.
• Collaborates with faculty, staff, alumni, industry partners, and student leaders to facilitate activities that enhance student success and strengthen connections between the program and the golf industry.
• Provides day‑to‑day coordination and task guidance to graduate assistants, student employees, and OPS personnel assigned to program activities.
• Assists with program events, competitions, orientations, open houses, recruitment activities, and alumni engagement efforts.
• Generates communication and outreach efforts with students, alumni, and industry partners
• Assists with lab technology, scheduling, and logistical coordination related to player development and experiential learning activities.

• Oversees and supports the Professional Golf Management Student Association (PGMSA), including officer development, governance support, annual planning, budgeting assistance, tournaments, elections,…