Description

Overview

Colonial Life Charity Classic is accepting applications for the 2027 internship program. This internship provides the opportunity to work as part of a team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while gaining experience and exposure to professional tournament golf and event management.

Interns will work alongside full-time staff on many aspects of the event. The role is suited for individuals interested in pursuing a career in sports management, event management, hospitality, business, marketing, or a related field.

Internship dates: January 11 through May 31, 2027.

Experience Required

• This internship is intended for students seeking academic credit through their college or university.
• Must be 18+ years old.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable vehicle.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and familiarity with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
• Flexibility, punctuality, and willingness to work evenings, long hours, and weekends.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting, registering, and communicating with tournament volunteers.
• Coordinate volunteer assignments, scheduling, credential distribution, and training materials.
• Support volunteer appreciation initiatives and recognition programs.
• Assist Volunteer Committee Chairs throughout tournament week to ensure a positive volunteer experience.
• Assist in coordinating tournament staff resources, supplies, uniforms, credentials, meals, and operational materials.
• Maintain administrative records and organizational documents.
• Support internal communications and help prepare staff for tournament week.
• Assist with office operations and special administrative projects.
• Assist with administration of the Tickets for Charity program.
• Coordinate ticket allocations with participating nonprofit organizations and community partners.
• Track ticket distribution and redemption.
• Support communications and logistics for participating organizations.
• Assist with administration of the Honorary Observer Program from registration through tournament execution.
• Coordinate participant communications, scheduling, credential fulfillment, and event logistics.
• Support on-course operations and ensure a first-class participant experience.
• Manage the creation of the tournament Spectator Guide, coordinating content, design, event information, partner assets, proofreading, and final production.
• Assist with media materials, promotional initiatives, and event communications.
• Coordinate the fulfillment and distribution of tournament tickets, parking passes, credentials, and hospitality wristbands.
• Prepare ticket packages for volunteers, community partners, vendors, and special guests.
• Create and manage tournament QR codes and TOUR Leaderboard logos, ensuring branding, sizing, and placement are accurate and ready for use across scoreboards and tournament assets.
• Assist with the creation and management of tournament handbooks, including gathering and organizing content, updating event information, coordinating with internal teams, proofreading, formatting, and preparing materials for final production and distribution.
• Represent the tournament at community events, chamber functions, festivals, and partner activations.
• Assist with promotional appearances and grassroots marketing initiatives.
• Coordinate event materials, giveaways, and promotional displays.
• Help build awareness of the tournament throughout the Midlands.

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain experience and exposure to professional tournament golf and event management.
• Strong professional experience through ownership of key projects.