Hazeltine National Golf Club is seeking passionate future turfgrass professionals for 2026 internships. Hazeltine has a proud history of hosting major championships, most recently the 2024 U.S. Amateur. We are honored to be the future site of the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and the 2029 Ryder Cup.

Our program aims to offer a comprehensive and rewarding turfgrass and personnel management experience at one of the country’s most prestigious championship venues. 

We are dedicated to designing an internship that meets the needs of each individual. During a season at Hazeltine, you will encounter every aspect of turfgrass operations, including daily planning, personnel management, equipment maintenance, data collection, and the highest level of bentgrass playing surface management.

In 2026, our interns will gain valuable experience as we host the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, which will return for the second time after a memorable 2019 event. Few clubs can offer such a dynamic environment, and we look forward to welcoming passionate interns who will play a key role in our championship preparation and execution.

In 2025, Hazeltine opened Aerie, our new 10-hole short course, featuring 100,000 square feet of bentgrass putting surfaces and six acres of bentgrass tees and fairways. The short course provides another dynamic turfgrass management opportunity for our interns.

Our goal is to give you the tools, confidence, and professional foundation needed to succeed in the golf industry. We take pride in shaping the next generation of turfgrass professionals and are dedicated to making this a meaningful and impactful step in your career journey. All we ask from our interns is that you bring passion.

Thank you for considering Hazeltine. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and share the championship culture that defines our club.

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Candidate Profile:

• Prior internship experience is not required; our primary interest is in those who are curious and passionate about the work they do every day
• Current enrollment in an accredited turfgrass management program or related area of study
• Interns may be asked to obtain a State of Minnesota Pesticide Applicators license upon hire (fees paid by Club)
• Must be 18 years or older

Wage and Perks:

• Starting hourly wage of $18.50/hr with opportunities for overtime
• Participation in all aspects of major championship preparation for the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship
• Provided furnished housing within walking distance of the Club
• Team member discount at Golf Shop
• Full uniform package unique to the Turfgrass Team
• Meals provided daily when working
• Highly flexible employee golfing privileges, including access to our renowned practice facilities and short course
• Opportunity to volunteer at local the PGA TOUR event and visit other local facilities

Availability:

• The exact schedule of the Turfgrass Management Internship is flexible; both summer (≈3 months) and full-season (≈6 months) internship options are available
• In order for interns to properly experience the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, it would be ideal for you to begin by May 15. However, we ask that applicants be available to start no later than June 1, 2026
• Interns are required to work every-other weekend, but may work more often, if desired.

Application:

• Please submit your application including any relevant materials to Chris Tritabaugh, Golf Course Superintendent at ctritabaugh@hngc.com.

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