Description:

Established in 1922, the Wakonda Club is the longest standing private 18-hole club in Des Moines, Iowa. Positioned south of the downtown district the William Langford designed course sits on 140 Acres. The longest tees play 6,959 yards with pure A1/A4 bentgrass greens, Penncross bentgrass tees, and Penneagle bentgrass fairways. The large sloping fairways and quick greens make this golf course a true challenge. As the home of the PGA Champions Tour, Principal Charity Classic future turf professionals will be introduced to the preparations and organization of a PGA tour event. Interns will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent and assistants on daily course operations and projects that take place throughout the season.

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Full insight into all golf course maintenance practices including, but not limited to:

• Moisture management of greens, tees, and fairways

• Pesticide and fertilizer applications

• Course set up

• Project management

• Cultural practices

• Mowing practices

• Irrigation system

• Equipment operations

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This is a great opportunity for students with any level of experience to advance within the industry and build a network within the Midwest portion of the United States.

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Position is available from April/May until August/September. 

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Qualifications:

• No experience necessary

• Enrolled in a 2 or 4 year turfgrass program

• Desire to learn and advance within the industry

• Ability to obtain chemical applicator's certification a plus, but not required

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Benefits:

• 40 hours + Overtime 

• Meals

• Uniforms

• Golfing privileges

• Flexible schedule if taking summer classes

• Great learning environment

 

Send, or Email Resume to:

John Temme

Golf Course Superintendent

1400 Park Ave.

Des Moines, Iowa 50315

Email: wakondagrounds@gmail.com