Championship Internship

Championship Intern The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS is accepting applications for the 2026 Championship Intern program. The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS is a PGA TOUR-sanctioned event on the Korn Ferry Tour, is conducted annually at Panther Creek Country Club in Springfield, IL. The four-day, 72-hole competition features 156 players from around the world competing for a total purse of $1,000,000. As the path to the PGA TOUR, the Korn Ferry Tour features some of the most talented professional golfers who are ready to compete on golf's biggest stage. The 2025 Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS will be held June 22- 28, 2026. The tournament is managed by Eventive Sports Properties, a nationwide sports management company based in Birmingham, AL. Internship Overview: Championship Interns will work alongside full-time championship staff on many aspects of the event. Primary areas of concentration will include marketing and operations, as well as sales, volunteers, and overall event execution. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently on multiple projects, and a willingness to go above and beyond for tournament stakeholders. Interns will be asked to take ownership of key projects and will gain strong professional experience. This internship is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in sports management, marketing, communications, event management, or related field. Championship Intern Responsibilities/Areas of Exposure: Marketing + Social Media + Promotions & Community Events + Tickets & Credentials + Website + Graphic Design Operations + Site Plan & On-Course Setup + Signage Plan + Hospitality Buildout + Vendor Management + Tour Operations Sales + Asset Fulfillment + Hospitality & Sponsor Activation Volunteers/Event Management + Volunteer Program Management + Special Events + Fan Activation + Charitable Program Championship Intern Abilities, Skills, and Knowledge: * Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team environment. * Excellent people and organizational skills. * Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Computer skills are mandatory. * Ability to meet stringent deadlines and work under pressure. * Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time. Application Information: * Internship is part of college curriculum/class credit only. This is an unpaid internship. * The Memorial Health Championship does not provide housing for those out of state. * Internship timeframe: (flexible depending on availability) Fall: August - November, Spring: January - May, Summer: May-July * Hours: For the first month or two, 10-20 hours per week, then increased hours thereafter. Must be able to work extended/irregular hours including nights and weekends as event approaches and during event. Most work hours will be in a typical office environment at Memorial Health Championship's office. Working outside and on-site during event should be expected. * Interested applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to Emily Canham, Emily@eventivesports.com and note "Championship Intern" in the subject line. Memorial Health Championship thanks all applicants but will only contact those who will be invited for an interview. Application for Fall deadline is July 31, 2025 Application for Spring deadline is November 30, 2025 Application for Summer deadline is March 31, 2026 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.