Coaching Intern – Muskegon
First Tee – West Michigan
About First Tee – West Michigan:
First Tee – West Michigan uses golf and character education to help youth from all backgrounds develop life skills such as integrity, sportsmanship, and leadership. Focused on serving at-risk youth, we aim to empower young people to thrive both on and off the course.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Golf & Life Skills Coaching Intern to lead and supervise youth programming at local golf courses in the Muskegon area. This role involves coaching youth (ages 7-17), managing volunteers, and overseeing program operations to ensure a positive, educational experience for participants.
Reports to: Program Coordinator
Salary:
- Hourly, $15/hour
- Part time, 10-20 hours per week, flexible schedule
- Seasonal availability: May-September, flexible
- Evening availability required, weekend availability preferred but not required
Key Responsibilities:
- Coaching & Program Delivery: Lead youth programs, incorporating golf skills and life skills (ages 7-9 and 10-11) according to First Tee Curriculum
- Volunteer Management: support volunteer coaches.
- Communication & Administration: Track attendance, update participant progress, communicate with parents/guardians, and manage program-related documents.
- Safety & Environment: Ensure a safe, welcoming environment for all participants and maintain equipment inventory
Qualifications:
- Passion for teaching youth from diverse backgrounds
- Willingness to become a certified First Tee Lead Coach through a local Level 1 Training
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to engage and motivate participants in a fun and safe learning environment
- Must be able to complete a background check (18+) and online SafeSport training prior to employment
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
or apply via Handshake or Indeed. We will begin the interview process in January 2026.
Contact:
McKenna Inglis, Muskegon Programming Coordinator
Phone: 616-208-1177 ext. 144
Website: www.thefirstteewestmichigan.org