Daniel Island - Charleston, South Carolina
Midland, Texas
Posted: 06-Sep-24
Location: EAST HAMPTON, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $19.00-$19.50
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Summer on the East End of Long Island attracts people from around the world, will you join them in 2025? We are seeking individuals that are motivated to advance their knowledge of golf course agronomy. We offer internships of 3 and 6 months and seek to promote an environment of life/work balance so you can experience the beaches, hiking, fishing and other opportunities presented in this special place.
The Maidstone Club is located adjacent to downtown East Hampton and backs up against the Atlantic Ocean, here you will work and learn on one of America’s ‘truest’ links courses. The property has many unique environments and the 27-holes of golf dramatically sprawl out across dune land along the ocean, the banks of Hook Pond, and bucolic parkland. The West Course was designed by Willie Park Jr. and restored by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw in 2014. The East Course is a fun nine-hole respite from the championship test with its own unique pedigree. A bonus of an internship with the club includes experience in maintaining tennis courts. Featuring 19-natural grass courts on three acres of ground, 4 Har-Tru courts, and a croquet lawn. There is also a beach club which offers employee lunch in season.
As an intern for the 2025 golf season you will be exposed to all aspects of turfgrass management and work closely with the management team daily. Our program is capped at three interns to deliver the best experience possible for you. We are flexible in regards to time off in the summer, and we can accommodate most requests. Responsibilities and duties vary based on personal abilities and skills but we will seek to grow your role as you progress throughout the internship.
Responsibilities/job duties:
- Involvement with course set up and daily operations
- Involvement with water management on all surfaces
- Involvement with mowing all surfaces
- Assisting with fertilizer applications and calibrations
- Assisting with irrigation repairs and troubleshooting
- Developing skills managing small groups and projects
- Opportunity to work on grass/clay tennis courts. Robotic painting of the courts
Job Benefits:
- Golfing privileges on both courses
- Tennis privileges on grass and clay
- Free housing located off property
- Five-minutes from the golf course and the beach
- One day a week off during the golf season
- Potential for advancement to an Assistant position
- Two former interns on Assistant staff currently
To apply please email John Genovesi, Director of Grounds at JGenovesi@maidstoneclub.com with your cover letter and resume. Interviews can be conducted in person or via Zoom.
Educational Requirements: Currently or planning to enroll in a 2 or 4-year degree, or certificate in turfgrass management/science, or related field at an accredited university.
Experience Requirements: Prior golf course maintenance is a plus. Individual should be motivated to pursue a career of turfgrass management and providing members with a quality product.
Special Requirements: Candidates should possess a keen eye for detail, a good attitude, a motivated work ethic, and a passion for learning. At times long hours maybe required.
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