Content & Social Media Internship

ABOUT THE NORTHERN TEXAS PGAThe Northern Texas PGA is one of 41 sections of The PGA of America and has a membership of more than 1,000 PGA of America Golf Professionals. The Northern Texas PGA's objective is to promote the enjoyment and involvement in the game of golf and to contribute to its growth by providing services to golf professionals and the golf industry. The PGA of America, the Northern Texas PGA and its member golf professionals are recognized as the leaders in the world of golf today. NORTHERN TEXAS PGA MISSIONThe Northern Texas PGA staff's mission is to serve PGA of America golf professionals and grow the game by managing the day-to-day affairs of the Section. The Northern Texas PGA also operates the Northern Texas PGA Foundation and The Ronny Golf Park.INTERNSHIP START & END DATESJanuary 13, 2026 - May 19, 2026(start and end dates are somewhat flexible based on the successful applicant's school schedule)JOB SUMMARYThe Northern Texas PGA has numerous tournaments, events and stories that we like to share with the North Texas community. Through our communications and media department, our staff helps create and develop content and promote our good works to further our mission of serving our members and growing the game of golf.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESThis intern's activities will include, but are not limited to:Cover NTPGA, NTPGA Foundation and NTPGA Junior Tour events through photography and posting real-time contentProduce, capture and edit engaging content that highlights the NTPGA, NTPGA Foundation, and NTPGA Junior TourManage and promote the NTPGA, NTPGA Foundation, and NTPGA Junior Tour social media outlets, including Facebook, Flickr, Instagram, X, and YouTubeCreating and editing recap videos after tournaments and eventsFilming, creating and editing content for NTPGA social media accountsAssist in maintaining and executing the social media content calendarMaintain the NTPGA brand voice in all written materialsCommunicate with and interview juniors, parents, and PGA professionalsCompose media releasesOther duties as assigned*Please note that this role is primarily on-site based with some office days scheduled.TOURNAMENT TRAVELTournaments will be located throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, and extensive travel around DFW is required. Interns will be responsible for their own transportation to and from all tournaments and to and from the Northern Texas PGA office.SPRING SCHEDULECommunications & Content interns will be responsible for attending tournaments held within the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex. Interns should expect to work, on average, five days a week with the exception of a few special events. In a typical week, Communications & Content interns may expect to work in the office three days a week and on-site two days a week. On average, spring interns can expect to work 35-40 hours including most weekends. Additional tasks and hours can be added for those with special requirements for obtaining school credit.QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATEKnowledge of Software & Equipment:Ability to use Apple computers and operating systemKnowledge of Google SuiteExperience with drafting and publishing a press releaseExperience Adobe Creative, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom (Premiere Pro and After Effects are a plus)Experience with photography: Mirrorless and/or DSLR camerasVideography experienceExperience with social media managementKnowledge of lightingGeneral: Enjoy working with people, including children and young adults ages 7-19Excellent written and verbal communication skillsOrganized, detail-oriented, punctual, energetic and a self-starterAbility to work and communicate effectively in a team-based environment Ability to bring innovative and creative ideas to workHas or is pursuing a college degree (third or fourth-year students preferred)Has automobile access with willingness and ability to travel within the Dallas/Fort Worth MetroplexHas existing insurance (through school or family)Physical Requirements: Ability to work early morningsAbility to work outside in extreme weather and temperaturesAbility to lift objects up to 50 pounds, i.e. tents, tables, stakes, and signage Ability to safely operate a golf cartAbility to stand and move around on foot for extended periodsAbility to speak publiclyEffectively able to use and operate cell phones, tablets, and hand-held radiosCOMPENSATIONInterns are compensated at a rate of $10.00 per hour (before taxes) Interns are compensated at a rate of $15.00 per hour if / when they work more than 40 hours per week (before taxes)Interns are guaranteed a minimum of $600 (before taxes) per two-week pay period during the season NTPGA staff uniforms including golf shirts and hats will be providedPlaying and practicing privileges at the NTPGA Golf Park and select golf courses in the areaSchool credit (if applicable)HOUSINGThe Northern Texas PGA does not provide housing of any kind but will be more than happy to assist with the location of housing for those unfamiliar with the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Past interns have utilized corporate housing agencies for fully furnished apartment leases, secured house leases through Airbnb, or utilized extended-stay hotels. Those with family or friends in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex are welcome to stay there and are in no way obligated to live with other interns.APPLICATION INFORMATIONInterested applicants must submit their applications via TeamWork Online. Please email Molly Rawlins (mrawlins@) if you have any questions regarding the internship or Northern Texas PGA.APPLICATION DEADLINEThe application will remain open until all positions are filled.The Northern Texas PGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful applicant will be required to take a drug test and undergo an authorized background check. Should any portion of the drug test or background check fail to fully clear, the employment offer may be considered null and void.Job Questions:Please describe your relationship to the game of golf and why you wish to work in the golf industry.Please describe your experience with the Adobe Creative Cloud applications as well as your photography/videography experience.Please submit an online portfolio in url format. If you do not have one, please answer 'n/a'

Created: 2025-09-27