Oyster Harbors Club is looking for a highly motivated and team driven candidate that possesses the fundamentals needed to maintain a golf course and its team at a championship level. The Intern will work closely with the Superintendent and 3 other Assistants in all facets of the job to provide a better understanding of golf course practices, communication, time management, leadership and teamwork. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to fertilizer and pesticide applications, IPM and scouting, water management, course set-up, irrigation repair and installation, and daily course maintenance. The goal of this position is to develop a steward of sustainable golf course management and provide the candidate with the foundational skills, network and philosophies to succeed as a world class superintendent.
ABOUT OYSTER HARBORS
Oyster Harbors Club, located on Grand Island in Osterville along Cape Cod’s southern shore, was founded in 1926 and is known for championship-caliber golf and an exceptional summer club experience. The 18-hole course is one of Donald Ross’s last original designs and was fully restored in fall 2024 under the direction of architect Gil Hanse, including major irrigation and infrastructure upgrades. In June 2026, Oyster Harbors will host the Massachusetts Open Golf Championship for the first time since 1942. As the state’s premier golf event, the championship will showcase the Club’s exceptional conditions and reinforce its reputation as one of Massachusetts’ top golf courses. Oyster Harbors Club is seeking highly motivated individuals with a passion for golf and its history.
The 140-acre property is located on a secluded private island with vista ocean views. Greens are 100 yr old untouched bentgrass/poa grass type. Fairways are bentgrass/poa/rye mix. Tees are bentgrass/poa mix and rough is bluegrass/fescue/rye/poa mix. Golf holes and property surrounds are low maintenance fine fescue native areas.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Certificate or 2-4 year degree in Turfgrass Management
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Must have prior golf course experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Massachusetts applicator license or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
Pesticide application experience.
BENEFITS
Employee housing, meals, uniforms, golf privileges, $5,000 scholarship program.