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AJGA Internship: FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about the AJGA's <b>Internship program </b>and career opportunities.
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AJGA Internship & Careers: Frequently Asked Questions
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    Why should I do an AJGA Internship?
    The AJGA Internship kick-starts many careers in the sports industry. The Traveling Internship will give you the opportunity to travel the country and network while being paid, and can even also be used for school credit. The AJGA hires annually from both the In-House Internship and Traveling Internship programs.
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    What is the difference between the In-House (Headquarters) Internship and Traveling Internship?
    The In-House (Headquarters) Internship offers positions in our Finance, Player Services, and Communications Departments, and is offered over in summer only. In-House interns will work at our National Headquarters in Braselton, Georgia, Monday–Friday for 40 hours per week. No travel, lodging or food is provided.

    The Traveling Internship offers internship opportunities in our Communications and Operations departments, and is offered over the spring AND summer seasons. The Traveling Internship is a 100%-travelling internship, for which interns are placed on a team of 9. Intern teams travel the U.S. to a different AJGA tournament each week. All travel, lodging, and some food expenses are covered for the Traveling Internship.
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    What are the benefits of the AJGA Internship?
    + Networking
    + Travel the U.S.
    + Paid
    + School credit (if applicable)
    + Opportunity to be hired full-time at the AJGA, or with other golf/sports organizations.
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    Are AJGA Interns paid? Does the AJGA cover any expenses?
    Traveling Interns are paid $9 per hour (time + 1/2 for overtime). The AJGA also covers all travel and lodging expenses, and some food expenses.

    In-House (HQ) Interns are paid $10 per hour and work 40-hour weeks (Monday-Friday). The AJGA does not cover travel, lodging, or food expenses.
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    What are the expected hours for AJGA Interns?
    Spring Traveling Interns (March-May) should expect to typically work 40-55 hours per week.

    Summer Traveling Interns (May-Labor Day) typically work 50-65 hours per week.

    In-House (HQ) Interns work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
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    Do Traveling Interns travel alone or on teams?
    Traveling Interns are placed in a team of eight members. Each team has 6 Operations Interns and 2 Communications Interns. Teams travel weekly from tournament to tournament and will spend the entire internship (spring or summer) together.
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    Do Traveling Interns come back to Georgia or go home between events?
    Neither - the AJGA Traveling Internship is unique in that interns are on the road for the entire time. Each week, Intern teams travel from event to event in AJGA vehicles, and a trailer that holds all the equipment needed to run our tournaments. The AJGA covers and coordinates all lodging while Interns are on the road.
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    I have to be back at school by the Summer Internship end date (Sept. 4). Can I still do the Internship?
    Yes, the AJGA is able to accommodate Interns who begin fall classes prior to September 4.
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    What if I have a personal conflict during the Internship period?
    For Traveling Interns, it takes an entire team to successfully run an AJGA event - the AJGA only allows Interns to leave their teams for sickness, death of an immediate family member, wedding of an immediate family member (or serving in a wedding as best man, maid of honor, groomsman, bridesmaid), or for the Intern's own graduation ceremony. If an Intern is granted approval to leave the team, all travel and expenses will be the responsibility of the Intern.

    In-House Interns may request leave for similar reasons, subject to approval by their direct AJGA Department supervisor at Headquarters (Finance, Player Services, Communications, etc.).
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    What if I don't have a golf background?
    No worries, we will teach you everything you need to know! Typically, about 50% of Interns each year do not have a background in golf.
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    How many positions are hired for each Internship?
    Each year, the AJGA hires 30-35 Spring Traveling Interns and 60-70 Summer Traveling Interns.

    Approximately 5 In-House Interns are hired each summer (1 Finance, 2 Player Services, 2 Communications).
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    Where do Traveling Interns live while completing the Internship?
    The AJGA covers and coordinates all lodging for Traveling Interns. Traveling Interns should expect to stay in a mix of hotels, Airbnb, and Private Housing (with a local family or community member).
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    What is the application/interview process like for the Traveling Internship?
    Step 1 — All applicants must complete an online application and submit a resume.

    Step 2 — Candidates selected will complete a virtual interview and a personality assessment.

    Step 3 — Finalists will be invited to participate in Virtual Intern Recruiting Week (Spring only) or Intern Recruiting Weekend (Summer only). Traveling Interns are selected after this stage.
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    What is the application/interview process like for the In-House (HQ) Internship?
    Step 1 — All applicants must complete an online application and submit a resume.

    Step 2 — Candidates selected will complete a virtual interview and a personality assessment.

    Step 3 — Finalists will participate in a final interview on Microsoft Teams with AJGA hiring staff.
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    What is Virtual Intern Recruiting Week (VIRW)?
    Each year, the AJGA hosts Virtual Intern Recruiting Week (VIRW) where the top 50–85 SPRING Traveling Internship candidates are invited to participate in virtual interviews with our staff as the final step in the hiring process. The week consists of multiple interviews and networking among AJGA staff. Hiring decisions are made following the week. VIRW for the 2024 Spring Traveling Internship will take place November 6–8, 2023.
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    What is Intern Recruiting Weekend (IRW)?
    Each year, the AJGA hosts Intern Recruiting Week (IRW) where the top 100–125 SUMMER Traveling Internship candidates are invited to AJGA Headquarters in Braselton, Georgia, for a weekend-long event as the final step in the hiring process. The weekend consists of interviews, team-building exercises, industry and sports guest speakers, networking, and much more. All travel, lodging, and food expenses are covered by the AJGA. Hiring decisions are made following the weekend. IRW for the 2024 Summer Traveling Internship will take place February 2–4, 2024.
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    When is the application deadline for 2024 Internships?
    Spring Traveling Internship deadline — Monday, October 16, 2023

    Summer Traveling Internship deadline — Friday, January 5, 2024

    Summer In-House (HQ) Internship deadline — Friday, February 16, 2024