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Are you looking to join a dynamic team who works together to promote and conserve the true spirit of the game of golf? The U.S. Women’s Open Championship internship is a great way to gain valuable experience in sports management. Whether you work in Championship Administration or Operations, you will gain valuable experience and see firsthand how an exemplary golf championship is conducted.

The 79th U.S Women’s Open Championship will be held at Lancaster Country Club which will be hosting its’ second U.S. Women’s Open Championship. Located in Lancaster, PA, Lancaster Country Club will provide a true test of golf for some of the best female players in the world.

Position Timeframe: February 5, 2024 – June 28, 2024 (5 months)

About this role:

The Championship Office is a fast-paced working environment. Intern must have the ability to work under pressure and handle many tasks at one time. Each day brings new challenges and the intern must have top-notch organizational and communication skills. Daily, the intern will find themselves working in a typical office environment, but significant work will be done in exterior environs as well. The ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting boxes and manual labor may be required at times. In the weeks leading up to the championship, the intern will work at least (40) hour work weeks; however, as we grow closer to the championship, work weeks will lengthen to (60+) hours and will include weekends and holidays. An internship with the United States Golf Association and the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open Championship is a tremendous first step for a career in the fields of special event management and professional sports.

The Volunteer Administration Intern will assist with the Volunteer Program and administrative duties of the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open Championship, including advance preparation/set-up, championship week responsibilities and post-championship breakdown.

This internship is a competitively paid position which contains overtime.

What you’ll do:

• VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

  The Volunteer Program for the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open consists of 1,600 volunteers assigned to 13 volunteer committees. Duties will include:

  • Assisting with volunteer training including: organizing training session materials and credential packets, volunteer handbooks, and the distribution of volunteer credentials along with other important information;
  • Managing the concerns, questions and requests of volunteers before and during the championship;
  • Assisting Committee Chairs with their responsibilities including: volunteer scheduling, site visits and managing volunteer committees;
  • Setting up, organizing and tearing down volunteer areas on championship grounds.

• ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS

  The Volunteer Administration Intern will assist with the administrative tasks of the Championship Office. Such tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • Answering phones, preparing mailings, opening incoming mail, UPS shipping/receiving;
  • Assisting with the creation of various correspondences including letters, emails and the Volunteer Newsletter;
  • Keeping the Championship Office neat, clean and organized.

• SPECIAL PROJECTS

  The Volunteer Administration Intern will handle special projects which will arise in the weeks leading up to championship and during the event. These projects could include, but are not limited to:

  • Organizing the exchange and distribution of volunteer apparel.
  • Organizing and preparing for credential distribution
  • Planning and carrying out volunteer incentives

Where you’ll be:

• This role will be based at Lancaster Country Club in Lancaster, PA.

What you bring:

• • Ability to work long and strenuous hours (40 – 60+ hour work weeks)
  • Effective communication with a wide variety of individuals involved in a national championship
  • Resourceful, presentable, courteous, friendly and organized
  • Good follow-up skills and ability to handle issues quickly and calmly
  • Ability to work independently and support the team
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software – above average knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Publisher
  • Ability to prepare presentations to include PowerPoint and printed material
  • Demonstrated ability to follow and execute detailed plans – able to anticipate and analyze problems and provide logical solutions
  • Ability to work well under pressure

The USGA is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization believes we are stronger by embracing our diverse backgrounds and perspectives, promoting equity so all teammates can excel and grow in their careers, and fostering experiences to drive inclusion in our workplace and game. Golf is a game for everyone, and you are always welcome.