2026 SCAGA P.J. Boatwright Internship (9 Months)

OVERVIEW
Sun Country Golf House (SCGH) is an alliance of the leading golf-related organizations in the regions of New Mexico and West Texas. The union of these associations makes SCGH the epicenter for golf in our area. TheSun Country Amateur Golf Association(SCAGA) is the representative for the United States Golf Association and the 16,000+ amateur golfers in region while theSun Country PGA Section(SCPGA) is the representative body for the Professional Golfers’ Association of America and our Section’s 240+ PGA Professionals. The Amateur Association and PGA Section share theSun Country Golf Foundation, which provides programming and financial support in the areas of juniors, military, and diversity / inclusion. These three organizations combine staffing and resources in the form of Sun Country Golf House. This allows the us to cast a wider net of influence while furthering shared goals together. Educating the public on the organizations, providing great tournament schedules for amateurs, PGA Professionals, and junior golfers, making New Mexico and West Texas a national golfing destination, and generally improving and promoting the game of golf are the focuses of this collaboration.
REPORTS TO
Primarily the Rules & Competitions Director but will work with other team members too.
TERMS OF POSITIONS
Position 1: March until end of November (9 months)
Position 2: June until end of November (6 months)
Start and finish dates are flexible for the right candidates.
PURPOSE
This internship will provide a well-rounded experience in golf association administration. Hopefully, these experiences will align with the individuals’ future personal and professional goals. The interns will be assigned various responsibilities and will provide support at SCAGA events but will also be involved in some Foundation, Junior Tour, and potentially some PGA Section programs.
DUTIES
Our interns will not be relegated to menial tasks. We need them to assume responsibility and handle various important tasks.
The persons selected will be responsible for all facets of golf association administration, including, but not limited to:
• Assisting at SCAGA tournaments and USGA Qualifiers in the areas of golf course setup, signage, Rules of Golf officiating, equipment setup, tournament software management, volunteer coordination, score entry, starting the field, creation of Notice to Players (local rules)
• The operation and growth of the SCAGA Play Days. These events serve as a member benefit and recruiting tool.
• New for 2026 –Assist in the establishment of SCAGA District Days to engage and educate member club leaders.
• Potentially new for 2026 –Assist in the establishment of a series of tournaments for seniors.
• Potentially new for 2026 –Assist in the establishment of a series of tournaments for families.
• The operation and growth of Sun Country Golf House family, team, and college golf programs. These events serve as a member benefit and recruiting tool.
• The operation and growth of the Sun Country Golf Foundation’s Youth on Course Monthand Play Yellow Birdie Bashfundraisers plus a potential auction / sweepstakes.
• Course rating
• Marketing / communications to promote services, tournaments, benefits, etc.
• Volunteer coordination
• Receive and process tournament applications
• USGA Handicapping administration within the World Golf Handicap (WHS) and the Golf Handicap Information Network (GHIN)
• Assist with website and social media updates
• Photograph players at various events for publication
• Assist Marketing Manager with creative visions for content
• Take on other tasks as directed by the ExecutiveDirector, Rules & Competitions Director, and other full-time staff.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM are the typical office hours. However, this position has responsibilities requiring weekend and evening work and travel. Hours will fluctuate. Must be willing to work nontraditional hours with some long days included.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Interest in a career in golf association administration preferred
• Completed or working towards a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is preferred
• Knowledge of the game of golf, preferably in a tournament setting preferred
• Knowledge of the Rules of Golf preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, public speaking, and writing skills
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required

POSITION / PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; talk; and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. This posit