November 18, 2020
In keeping with a vision for a golf industry workforce that mirrors America, the PGA of America is launching PGAJobMatch for next year’s PGA Championship, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, and the 43rd Ryder Cup.
It’s of great importance to the PGA of America to demonstrably give back to championship host communities, and one of the greatest impacts wanted is to make in each market is creating opportunities for talent from diverse backgrounds to get a taste of working on the operations of a major championship, according to a memo from Radius Sports Group.
Applicants may register by completing the pre-screener questionnaires:
Operations and Merchandise Assistant Temporary Employment Opportunities
“The PGA of America is committed to creating a golf industry workforce that mirrors America, and one of the greatest impacts we can make is to support skill development and the creation of job opportunities in conjunction with our major events,” said PGA of America Chief People Officer Sandy Cross.
“PGA JobMatch allows us to deliver rewarding, short-term employment opportunities to individuals seeking exposure to the operations of a major championship. These roles will provide necessary support at some of the most prominent sporting events in the world.”
The PGA of America is inviting talent from diverse backgrounds who are interested in working to support the PGA’s high-profile 2021 Championship events to apply now through PGA JobMatch.
Short-term employment opportunities are available at the following major events:
- 2021 PGA Championship – Kiawah Island (S.C.) Golf Resort (May 17–23, 2021)
- 2021 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship – Southern Hills C.C., Tulsa, Okla. (May 25–30, 2021)
- 2021 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship – Atlanta Athletic Club, Johns Creek, Ga. (June 22–27, 2021)
- 43rd Ryder Cup – Whistling Straits, Kohler, Wisconsin (Sept. 21–26, 2021)
- Positions in South Carolina, Oklahoma, Georgia and Wisconsin include pre-, during, and post-Championship opportunities from March to October 2021
About these opportunities:
Operations Assistants support Operations Staff in the construction, daily operation and deconstruction of the Championship site. Individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.
Merchandise Assistants support merchandise receipt, set up, execution, and tear down for The PGA Shops. Merchandise Assistants gain valuable experience in business, retail, marketing, communications and sports management.
Operations and Merchandise Assistants have the opportunity to meet and work with various representatives in one of the world’s largest working sports organizations.
How PGA JobMatch works:
- Interested applicants must complete the registration form by December 19, 2020 for consideration.
- Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate PGA Departments’ hiring managers to discuss potential employment for each event.
