2027 U.S. Open Long-Term Championship Office Intern

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game’s best talent through the U. S. Open, U. S. Women’s Open and 13 other national championships and our museum; to provide unbiased global governance with The R&A through the playing, equipment and Amateur Status rules; and to advance issues important to golf’s future, with a focus on driving sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. As a nonprofit association, our work and our team are driven to act for the good of the game. The USGA’s headquarters are located in Liberty Corner, NJ, with a recently opened campus in Pinehurst, NC. For more, visit usga.org. The 127th U. S. Open Championship will be held at Pebble Beach Golf Links, located in Pebble Beach, CA. This will be the seventh U. S. Open Championship hosted by Pebble Beach. This historic site has held a variety of major events that include a U. S. Women’s Open, U. S Amateur, and U. S. Women’s Amateur. The last time the U. S. Open Championship took place at Pebble Beach was in 2019. The 2027 U. S. About this role: The Championship Office is a fast-paced working environment. skills. On a daily basis, the intern will find themselves working in a typical office environment as well as significant work done in exterior environs. The ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting boxes and manual labor may be required at times. In the weeks leading up to the Championship, the intern will work at least (40) hours work weeks; however, as we grow closer to the Championship, work weeks will lengthen to eighty-plus hours (80+) and will include several weekends. An internship with the United States Golf Association and the 2027 U. S. Open Championship is a tremendous first step toward a career in the fields of special event management and professional sports. The Championship Office Intern will assist with the day-to-day administrative management of the Championship Office and focus heavily on the Volunteer Program for the 2027 U. S. responsibilities, and post-championship breakdown. What you’ll do: Administrative Tasks: Answering incoming e-mails and phone calls to the 2027 U. S. Open championship office. Preparing mailings, opening incoming mail, handling UPS shipping/receiving. Maintain all necessary office supplies and order items as necessary. May require local trips to pick-up items as needed. Assist in taking and distributing notes for meetings as necessary. Volunteer Program: The Volunteer Program for the 2027 U. S. responsibilities including volunteer scheduling, site visits, and managing volunteer committees. Setting up, organizing, and tearing down volunteer areas on championship grounds. Pay: $17.40/hour, subject to applicable California wage and overtime laws. Internship Dates: January 1, 2027 – June 30, 2027Job Location: Pebble Beach, CA (Housing stipend provided)What you bring: Ability to work long and strenuous hours (40 – 100+ hour work week). Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a golf cart. Effective communication with a wide variety of individuals involved in a national championship. skills and ability to handle issues quickly and calmly. Team first mentality. Ability to work independently and support the team. Ability to work with Microsoft Office software – above-average knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, & PowerPoint. Ability to prepare presentations to include PowerPoint and printed material. Demonstrated ability to follow and execute detailed plans – able to anticipate and analyze problems and provide logical solutions. Ability to work well under pressure. Professional demeanor. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. duties as assigned. experiences to drive inclusion in our workplace and game. Golf is a game for everyone, and you are always welcome.