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United States Golf Association (USGA) · 3 weeks ago

2026 U.S. Open Short-Term Event Setup & Operations Intern

Southampton, NY, USA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $17/hr

Start in 2026

The United States Golf Association (USGA) is a mission-based organization focused on unifying the golf community and advancing the sport's future. The U.S. Open Short-Term Event Setup & Operations Intern will assist with the operations of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, including set-up, responsibilities during Championship week, and post-event breakdown.

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Responsibilities

Assist USGA staff with the preparation and set-up of on-site facilities (i.e., corporate hospitality, media center, vendor compounds, volunteer village, office trailers, etc.)

Prepare for staff arrivals by distributing and setting up equipment (chairs, mini-fridges, furniture, office equipment, tables, water coolers, picnic tables, golf carts etc

Facilitate vendor/USGA departmental requests in a timely manner

Work with the package distribution team to deliver items throughout the property

Assist vendors and USGA staff with tear-down and clean-up procedures following the completion of the Championship

Work with USGA staff on installation, removal, and storage of Championship equipment

Assist other U.S. Open departments as necessary

Qualification

Event operations experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsLift 50lbsPrioritize tasksTool usage skillsInterpersonal skillsWork under pressureAttention to detail

Required

Ability to lift heavy items (up to 50lbs), while practicing Safe Lifting and/or with the assistance of others

Ability to set and meet high work standards for self and others while accomplishing tasks quickly and thoroughly

Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a golf cart

Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively express ideas and interact with a wide array of individuals in an exemplary manner consistent with USGA values

Able to work well under pressure and assume full responsibility for projects

Able to read and interpret manuals, diagrams, and schematics with a strong attention to all details of a project

Exceptional organizational skills

Able to think logically and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously

Able to assemble, disassemble, repair, or modify structures and work with various tools and equipment (including but not limited to drills, hammers, nails, screwdrivers, box cutters, knives, trucks/golf carts/etc.)

Ensures a neat, clean, and safe work environment by cleaning work areas and discarding materials following USGA sustainability guidelines

Able to work long and strenuous hours including holidays and weekends

Compliance with all USGA safety and operations policies, procedures, and practices

Preferred

Prior experience in event operations is a plus

Benefits

Accommodations and transportation are provided.

Company

United States Golf Association (USGA)

The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game’s best talent through the U.S.

Founded in 1985