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2027-2028 Assistant in Training Internship (The Lido & 21 Golf Club)

Dream Golf· Sand Valley – Agronomy / 21 Golf Club
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Hybrid (The Lido at Sand Valley, Nekoosa, WI), Hybrid (21 Golf Club, Aiken, SC)InternPosted 3mo ago

About the role

Structured two-facility internship for emerging agronomy professionals pursuing leadership careers in golf course management, with hands-on responsibilities and mentorship across The Lido at Sand Valley and 21 Golf Club.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with daily planning, staffing schedules, and execution of maintenance activities
  • Perform course setup, mowing, rolling, bunker care, and irrigation operation
  • Train, guide, and supervise seasonal team members with a focus on quality and safety
  • Support irrigation, drainage, water management, and turf health programs
  • Assist with fertilizer, aeration, and integrated pest management applications
  • Participate in course construction, renovation, and specialty maintenance projects
  • Assist with equipment operation, maintenance, and preventative care
  • Support purchasing, inventory management, and operational recordkeeping
  • Serve in the Superintendent’s capacity during absences, as assigned
  • Assist the Director of Agronomy with daily course and facility management (Phase 2)
  • Support crew scheduling, operational procedures, and daily course setup (Phase 2)
  • Assist with irrigation scheduling and system adjustments to maximize water efficiency (Phase 2)
  • Apply best management practices to meet course conditioning and detail standards (Phase 2)
  • Assist with fertilizer, plant protectant, and aerification programs (Phase 2)
  • Coordinate with the Equipment Manager on mowing schedules, tournaments, and equipment needs (Phase 2)
  • Assist with construction projects, renovations, and special initiatives (Phase 2)
  • Maintain chemical, fertilizer, and application records (Phase 2)
  • Participate in budgeting discussions and operational planning (Phase 2)
  • Actively engage in on-the-job learning by asking questions, applying instruction, and demonstrating initiative (Phase 2)

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required
  • Certificate, Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or current enrollment in an accredited turfgrass or related program preferred
  • Previous golf course maintenance experience preferred
  • Strong interest in building a long-term career in golf course management
  • Working knowledge of agronomy, irrigation, and course maintenance practices, or a strong desire to learn
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions, policies, and procedures
  • General understanding of motorized golf course equipment
  • Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic
  • Playing knowledge of golf preferred but not required
  • Flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
  • Willingness to relocate temporarily as part of a two-facility program

Skills

Required:Publicity and program coordinationIrrigation management

Benefits

  • Employment, compensation, and benefits are administered separately for each portion of the program and are subject to the policies of the employing entity
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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