GAP P.J. Boatwright Internship (Communications)

About the Role

The Golf Association of Philadelphia (GAP) is offering a three-month summer internship in the Communications department. This internship (May to August) provides an opportunity to learn about GAP's communications operations.

• Internship Timing: Three months, May to August.
• Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, with occasional longer weeks and overtime pay. General office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with very limited weekend work.
• Intern Hourly Rate: $12.50.
• Reimbursements: Mileage for travel to events is reimbursed at current IRS rates.
• Provided: Lunch on event days, required GAP clothing (hat, shirts, rain gear, etc.) for tournament days.
• Other Benefits: Access to GAP office golf simulator, unique golf and networking opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Interns will handle various roles before, during, and after events:

• Work with the Director of Operations to ensure awareness of GAP events, programs, and services.
• Provide frequent written Web content.
• Contribute frequent news and feature stories to GAP Magazine.
• Provide frequent tournament coverage by writing stories/recaps.
• Provide video coverage during tournaments.
• Edit video for YouTube/social media.
• Create, shoot, edit, and circulate video and graphical content for social media channels.
• Provide tournament updates via social media (Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok).
• Record and narrate Instagram broadcasts during Major championships.
• Contribute video packages.
• Provide photography during Association tournaments/events.
• Accompany media on course to offer assistance and ensure GAP media guidelines are followed.
• Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the Director of Operations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• College student or recent college graduate (credits available if allowed by university).
• Reliable transportation is a must.
• Ability to travel to courses throughout Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
• Ability to work in the GAP office in Broomall, Pa. on non-tournament days.
• Key traits: punctual, personable, and precise.
• Willingness to work early mornings and occasional late evenings.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Housing potentially available for interns who reside more than 60 miles from the GAP Office.

About the USGA P.J. Boatwright Internship Program

This internship is funded through the USGA P.J. Boatwright Internship program, established for individuals interested in a career in golf administration.

GAP Intern Coaching Program

Interns are paired with a staff member for advice, support, and career development, including regular one-on-one check-ins and professional development opportunities.

About GAP

The Golf Association of Philadelphia (GAP) was founded in 1897 and is the nation’s oldest state or regional golf association. It is comprised of nearly 340 Member Clubs and 135,000 Individual Members. GAP is headquartered in Broomall, Pa., and runs events on nearly 200 days each calendar year throughout the region.

To Apply

Candidates must send a cover letter and resume via email to [email protected].