The Preserve Golf Club

The most rare and appreciated rounds are those played where one’s partner is nature. On the idyllic Monterey Peninsula are a number of these iconic courses, but here, The Preserve Golf Club stands alone, for ours is set within a 20,000-acre private nature preserve. This Tom Fazio designed 365-acre course is set within rolling oak woodland and savanna against a backdrop featuring The Santa Lucia Mountains, taking into consideration what intricacies the land has to offer in a way that is unrivaled by courses across the region. Players may have incredible privacy while out on a course open year round, but will have the unique opportunity to play alongside wildlife like bobcats, turkey and deer in a place so quiet you can actually hear the ball land. Host to esteemed regional and national qualifiers, with award winning clubhouse and dining, The Preserve manages to maintain competition-level conditions while opening its gates to only a select few.

Golf Course Maintenance Intern – Summer 2025

The Preserve Golf Club is seeking a passionate, hardworking individual for our 2025 Preserve Golf Maintenance Internship program. This position will foster an applicant who is driven to learn, eager to build a career in golf course and turfgrass management, and an interest in gaining hands-on experience of the innerworkings of golf course maintenance at a high-end private golf club. The intern will work closely with a team of assistants, under the guidance of a Superintendent with an end goal of mentoring the future of turf management for The Preserve.

Scope of Work:

The intern will be immersed in all aspects of golf course maintenance, from daily course setup to involvement in special projects with emerging technologies as a focus. You will gain first-hand knowledge of state-of-the-art water systems and moisture management within a unique microclimate, an understanding of chemical and fertilizer applications, involvement in day-to-day practices and long term goals, and opportunity for leadership development. This position is an incredible opportunity to learn the ins and outs of managing a premier golf course and will be tailored to experience, interests, and career goals.

The Preserve Golf Club is an ideal place for an intern aiming to grow into future Assistant Management roles or Superintendent positions. Successful interns will be strongly considered for future employment and will receive guidance to achieve their long-term career aspirations.

Job Duties:

As an intern at The Preserve Golf Club, you will be deeply involved in the day-to-day maintenance and management of our course. Key responsibilities include:

• Observing and tackling items whether large or small to maintain the golf course at championship-level conditions, from divot filling and inventory to equipment use and maintenance.
• Helping to maintain correct moisture levels on greens using TDR soil sensors and water management techniques.
• Assisting in the calibration and application of fertilizers and chemicals.
• Troubleshooting and repairing irrigation systems.
• Learning course project planning and execution alongside the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents.
• Maintaining detailed records of chemical applications, clipping volumes, and other maintenance logs.
• Leading crew assignments, using TaskTracker to assist with daily scheduling.
• Participating in a wide variety of tasks, beginning with work alongside greenskeepers to helping implement and understanding new technologies.
• Supporting our autonomous mower program through maintaining equipment and scheduling mowing areas 
• Must be able to stand for 8-10 hours per day, work outside, and lift 50lbs

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for highly motivated candidates who embody a strong work ethic, an eagerness to learn, and an eye for detail. The ideal applicant will:

• Be passionate about turf management and have a genuine interest in learning every aspect of golf course maintenance.
• Have a positive attitude, excellent time management skills, and a willingness to tackle both daily tasks and complex projects.
• Be a team player who works well with others and is committed to contributing to a supportive work environment.
• Possess the ability to make quick, informed decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Aspire to grow within the turfgrass industry, with a goal of becoming an Assistant Golf Course Assistant or Superintendent.

Education Requirements:

• Candidates should be enrolled in or have recently graduated from an accredited Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Plant Sciences, or related program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s level). While previous golf course experience is preferred, it is not required; a strong work ethic, a passion for the industry, and a commitment to excellence, however, are essential. This role will provide the opportunity to develop a foundation in bentgrass turf management and experience managing tournament level conditions.

About Preserve Golf Club

The Preserve Golf Club is a private membership club within a community of 300 home sites spread across 20,000 acres. The Golf Club is accompanied by a Ranch Club providing high end amenities to members and guests. Employees at the Preserve are committed to providing world class services and facilities.

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