2026 MSGA P.J. Boatwright Membership Services Internship

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Maryland State Golf Association

2026 USGA P.J. Boatwright Internship

Member Services Internship

The Maryland State Golf Association is looking for talented and well-rounded applicants with experience in sports and/or communications to fulfill the 5-month 2026 USGA P.J. Boatwright Member Services Internship.

Responsibilities

• Gain familiarity with core services including the World Handicap System (WHS), Rules of Handicapping, Course Rating System, and GHIN through in-person training/engagement with staff and virtual education
• Perform course ratings at golf courses as part of a Course Rating team of staff and volunteers 
• Support the Director of Handicapping & Course Rating with various aspects of Course Rating administration including but not limited to golf course measurement, data entry, generating Course Rating forms and reports, auditing Course Rating database and records, and volunteer engagement
• Respond to inquiries within the HubSpot platform related to WHS, Course Rating, and other core services 
• Answer general telephone and email inquiries of MSGA members and member clubs
• Support the Director of Member Services with membership administration and engagement/retention initiatives 
• Assist with other MSGA tournaments and events as needed
• Support the efforts of all MSGA staff members as needed

Requirements 

• A college degree (completed or in progress) is preferred, but not required 
• A comfort working numbers and data and natural interest in analytical detail is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication and organization skills required 
• On-site Course Rating days with flexible hours
• Willingness to travel within the state and able to work outside in various weather conditions 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) is essential 
• The selected individual must arrange their own housing in the area and provide their own transportation 
• Intern must attend orientation (funded by the USGA) in Liberty Corner, NJ,  or virtually
• MSGA apparel will be provided
• Ability to work from MSGA HQ in Lutherville-Timonium, MD 

Position:     2026 USGA P.J. Boatwright Member Services Internship,

                       mid-May through mid-October (5 months); flexible start/end dates

Location:    MSGA Office in Lutherville-Timonium, MD (Baltimore)

Housing & Transportation: The selected individual must arrange their own housing in the area and provide their own transportation to work and tournament sites.

Compensation: $15.00 per hour

To apply: Interested applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, and three references to: Elisa Hermes, Director of Rules & Competitions, ehermes@msga.org Position is open until filled. Deadline to apply is February 13, 2026.

To learn more about the Maryland State Golf Association visit: https://msga.org/ 

About us

The Maryland State Golf Association's (MSGA) mission is to serve, grow and and advance the game of golf in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

The MSGA is a 501©3 charitable organization of 8 staff, 16 board members, 90 volunteers, 57,000 members, and 162 member clubs. Founded in 1921, we continually work to seek ways to improve the golf experince for our members. For more information, please visit https://msga.org/.