Internship - Grounds Department 2026 Season

Job Description

Job Description

Department : Grounds

Reports To : Director of Agronomy and E / W Superintendent

Position Location : Rochester, NY

Status : Seasonal

Duration : Spring 2026 - Flexible start and end dates to accommodate school schedules / calendar.

The Club :

Oak Hill Country Club is a 36-hole facility located in Rochester NY. Both championship courses are designed by storied architect Donald Ross. The East Course is consistently ranked as a top 25 course in the country and known as one of the greatest venues for championship golf. With the success of the 2023 PGA Championship, Oak Hill has been selected to host the 2027 U.S. Amateur on both courses. The Oak Hill team is looking to fill intern positions for the summer of 2026.

Grounds Intern Position Summary :

Oak Hill seeks students who want to take their career and passion for turf management to the next level. Interns who are willing to learn and dedicate their time to our program will gain the skills and knowledge of turf management at the highest level. We pride ourselves on teamwork, embracing our motto "Be the Best," delivering championship conditions daily for our membership.

We are looking to grow our team and mentor young turf professionals who will one day become successful superintendents nationwide using the knowledge they've gained through our program. Our team places a strong emphasis on promoting from within our organization. All our current assistants were once student interns who returned after graduating and have climbed the ladder within our ranks. In the past 20 years, 11 Superintendents have been placed across the country and have climbed the ranks of the organization. They have all moved into their own superintendent roles.

Specific Duties :

Individuals selected will have ample opportunities to advance their education at Oak Hill. Students who possess a great work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to work as team players will gain substantial experience not limited to :

• Under the guidance of the Golf & Grounds leadership team, participate in the planning, execution, and follow-up of all agronomic practices.
• Assist in all aspects of maintaining championship-level golf courses.
• Water management.
• Experience-based knowledge of how we manage both USGA Bent grass greens and Poa / Bent push-up greens.
• Calibration, chemical, and fertilizer application. (Spray Hawking, Boom Spraying).
• Irrigation Troubleshooting and repair.
• Enthusiasm for and commitment to the company and the Vision, Mission, and Values.

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