Championship Communications Intern

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. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and 13 other national championships and our museum; to provide unbiased global governance with The R&A through the playing, equipment and Amateur Status rules; and to advance issues important to golf’s future, with a focus on driving sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. As a nonprofit association, our work and our team are driven to act for the good of the game. The USGA’s headquarters are located in Liberty Corner, NJ, with a recently opened campus in Pinehurst, NC. For more, visit usga.org.

About this role:

The USGA Championship Communications Intern will assist with media operations, media relations and content for USGA championships, both on-site and remotely. Responsibilities include producing media information including fact sheets and storylines; assisting with media credentialing and on-site media operations; pitching stories to local/national media; monitoring media coverage; and updating the USGA’s web platforms.

The Championship Communications Intern will be expected to work a 40-hour work week throughout the internship and will be required to travel to 4-6 USGA championships during the season. On-site work weeks during championships may exceed 40 hours, with additional hours to include holidays and weekends. Relocation to New Jersey is not required for the position, but local candidates may benefit from additional networking and in-person opportunities by working out of USGA Headquarters in Liberty Corner, N.J.

• Work with the championship communications team to manage media credentialing and on-site operations for USGA Open Championships, including the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally.
• Support the development of media assets for various USGA championships, including press releases, fact sheets, written features, interview transcriptions and player bios.
• Assist with content updates to the USGA Online Media Center, USGA.org and player profile database.
• Provide on-site communications support at select USGA championships by updating the USGA Virtual Media Hub, coordinating player interviews, supporting press conferences and writing daily recaps.
• Use PR tools like Cision and Meltwater to manage distribution lists, outreach to media and monitor media coverage.
• Discover and pitch meaningful stories to local/national media to elevate assigned USGA championships.
• Create and distribute daily internal company media clippings newsletter.

Pay : $18/hour, subject to applicable overtime laws.

Internship Dates : April 2027 – September 2027 (Approximate)

Job Location: Liberty Corner, NJ or remote.

What you bring:

• General communications and media relations skills, as well as familiarity with special event management or operations
• Preferred areas of study include: journalism, communications, PR or related field
• Demonstrated written communication experience
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and support the team
• Thrives in fast-paced, live-event settings and meets ongoing deadlines
• Ability to work nights, weekends and travel up to 30% of the internship
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with AI tools
• Familiarity with golf preferred
• Understanding of current golf media landscape

What the USGA brings:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees
• Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
• Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off
• Off-site team building events
• On-site gym and golf simulator
• Professional development opportunities
• Learn more about our benefits and culture here

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.