2026 Internships

Step into an internship that’s meaningful, memorable, and full of growth. At First Tee – West Michigan, you’ll build professional skills while making a real impact on kids across our communities. Explore our 2026 opportunities and apply today!

Play 9 Internship (Grand Rapids, MI)

Spring, Summer & Fall Internships Available

The Play 9 Intern will facilitate 2–3 on-course or simulator 9 hole sessions per week with a small group of kids in the Grand Rapids area. This role is ideal for someone passionate about youth development and is comfortable leading small groups of participants on a golf course. We may also have opportunities for additional coaching and administrative hours.

Fall Program Internship (Grand Rapids, MI)

The Grand Rapids Program Intern will report directly to the Program Director. Inspired by a genuine passion for empowering and helping youth succeed in life, s/he will work diligently to promote and expand First Tee programs in Grand Rapids. The Program Intern will help with program implementation and support the overall strategic and operational plan for First Tee – West Michigan in Grand Rapids. This position will coach sessions with students 2-3 days per week, including Saturdays. Must be available to work evening hours from 3-8pm.

The ideal candidate has outstanding administrative, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, strong affinity for golf and the golf community, and an interest in working with participants ages 7-17 (and their parents). 

Coaching Internship (Muskegon, MI)

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.

Play 9 Internship (Muskegon, MI)

The Play 9 Intern will lead and manage all Play 9 program responsibilities for our Muskegon area. This role is ideal for someone passionate about youth development, enjoys being outdoors, and is comfortable leading small groups of participants on the golf course. The intern will coordinate communication with participants and families, facilitate 2–3 on-course Play 9 sessions per week, and may also have opportunities for additional coaching and administrative hours.