CGA Now Accepting Applications for 2027 Internship Opportunities
Nine Paid Positions Available Across Tournament Operations, Media & Marketing and Member Services
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SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. (November 6, 2026) – The Carolinas Golf Association (CGA) is now accepting applications for nine paid internship positions in 2027 through the USGA P.J. Boatwright, Jr. Internship Program. Opportunities are available in Tournament Operations, Media & Marketing and Member Services, offering aspiring golf industry professionals hands-on experience with one of the largest amateur golf associations in the country.
Interns will work alongside CGA staff in administering championships, supporting member clubs, producing digital media content and delivering programs and services to golfers throughout North and South Carolina. Depending on their position, interns will travel extensively throughout the Carolinas, visit some of the region's premier golf facilities and gain valuable experience in the day-to-day operations of a golf association.
The CGA is offering both three-month summer internships and a 12-month opportunity, providing candidates with a variety of ways to gain professional experience in the golf industry.
2027 Internship Opportunities
Tournament Operations | Four 3-Month Positions
Tournament Operations interns will gain hands-on experience conducting CGA championships, Tarheel Youth Golf Association (TYGA) events and USGA qualifying throughout the Carolinas.
Responsibilities include championship preparation, course setup and marking, player registration, starting and scoring, Rules of Golf officiating, pace-of-play monitoring and tournament administration using Golf Genius. Interns will also receive practical Rules of Golf education and opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities during competitions.
These positions involve extensive travel throughout North and South Carolina, with limited time spent in the CGA office.
Internship Dates: May–August 2027
Media & Marketing | One 12-Month Position and Three 3-Month Positions
Media & Marketing interns will help tell the stories of amateur golf in the Carolinas through photography, videography, writing, social media and digital content creation.
Working alongside CGA media staff, interns will cover championships and other association events, produce real-time social media content, conduct player interviews, create graphics and videos, and write tournament recaps and feature stories. Interns will also gain experience with website management, email marketing and digital communications.
The 12-month position offers an extended opportunity to contribute to the CGA's year-round communications and marketing efforts, combining office-based projects with travel throughout the Carolinas.
Summer Internship Dates: May–August 2027
12-Month Internship: Flexible Spring 2027 Start
Member Services | One 3-Month Position
The Member Services internship offers an opportunity to gain experience in golf administration, customer service, technology and data management.
Working from the CGA office in Southern Pines, the intern will assist members and clubs with GHIN, Golf Genius and other technology platforms, support the association's HubSpot customer relationship management system, analyze member data and help develop training materials and educational resources.
The position provides valuable experience in the technology and systems that support golf administration, along with exposure to other CGA departments and programs.
Internship Dates: Three Months Beginning May 2027 (Flexible)
Compensation and Professional Development
All positions are paid at a rate of $15 per hour, with overtime opportunities depending on assignments and hours worked. Required job-related expenses, including travel, meals, lodging and mileage, are covered by the CGA. Staff apparel is also provided.
In addition to their primary responsibilities, interns will have opportunities to learn about other areas of the association, including handicapping, course rating, tournament administration, communications, member services and general golf administration.
The CGA internship program has helped launch careers throughout the golf industry. Former CGA interns have gone on to work for organizations including the United States Golf Association, LPGA Tour, Augusta National Golf Club, Southern California Golf Association, Alabama Golf Association, U.S. Kids Golf, Clemson University, Kiawah Island Golf Resort and the CGA itself.
How to Apply
Applications for all 2027 internship opportunities must be submitted by January 4, 2027.
Candidates must be amateur golfers and meet the eligibility requirements of the USGA P.J. Boatwright, Jr. Internship Program. Students and recent graduates interested in golf administration, sports management, communications, marketing, technology and related fields are encouraged to apply.
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Application Deadline: January 4, 2027