About Childress Hall:

Childress Hall is seeking two highly motivated interns for a unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment and cutting-edge technology while helping develop and maintain two premier golf courses. Interns will gain hands-on experience on the Upper and Lower courses, while also being immersed in all aspects of daily golf course operations. This position offers an exceptional blend of advanced turf management training and meaningful leadership experience through involvement in crew management and course preparation.

An intern at Childress Hall will be a team-oriented individual with a passion for the turf industry, eager to grow both technical and leadership skills. Interns will be valuable assets to our team and will play an integral role in the continued development of the golf course maintenance department.

Position Overview:
Childress Hall is offering a hands-on Turfgrass Internship for enthusiastic and motivated individuals eager to gain invaluable experience in golf course management and construction practices. Interns will work closely with the Superintendent and turf management team in the maintenance and construction of the Tom Doak and Gil Hanse designed layouts.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to both cool-season and warm-season turf management in a semi-arid environment. You will assist in the management of premium turf varieties, irrigation systems, chemical applications, and cutting-edge maintenance practices for links-style golf courses. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily maintenance operations, including mowing, fertilizing, and irrigation
• Learn and perform pesticide applications, calibration of equipment, and record-keeping
• Participate in the grow-in process for new turf areas on the courses
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced equipment and technologies
• Collaborate with the team to ensure course playability and presentation meet high standards
• Assist in monitoring plant health, soil conditions, and moisture management
• Participate in various course improvement projects
• Lead projects and/or assignments on the golf courses
• Assist in the planning and implementation of environmental sustainability initiatives
• Report and oversight of contractors in the field

Benefits:

• Paid internship
• Housing provided
• Uniforms provided
• Golfing privileges

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related program
• Strong interest in golf course management and turfgrass science
• Excellent work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team
• Previous experience in golf course maintenance is a plus but not required

2 positions are available, and extended internships are possible.

About Childress Hall

Childress Hall will be an exclusive private 36-hole links style golf course with 2 accompanying 9-hole Par 3 courses located in northwest Texas, just outside the town of Childress. The Club will have more than $5 million in equipment assets under management. Construction of the first golf course, designed by Tom Doak, has commenced and the construction of the second golf course, designed by Gil Hanse, will commence in November 2024. The Club and courses will take full advantage of its location along the Prairie Dog Town Fork of The Red River on the western edge and the sand dunes on the eastern edge that is reminiscent of Scotland. The Private Club will be a destination club with 150 members with lodging and airport access 10 minutes from the Club.

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