Description

Overview

About First Tee - South Central WI

First Tee is a youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, we create active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do. We're Building Game Changers through our junior golf programs.
Position Overview

The Marketing & Events Intern plays a key role in supporting First Tee - South Central Wisconsin's mission by assisting with youth programming, social media content, summer golf activities, and special events. This internship is ideal for a motivated, organized individual who enjoys working with kids, has an interest in marketing or communications, and wants hands-on experience in event planning and nonprofit programming.

Experience Required

Qualifications/Requirements

• Experience working with youth, events, or social media preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Flexible, and willing to help wherever needed
• Interest in marketing, communications, sports, or nonprofit work
• Golf knowledge is preferred but not required
• Must have reliable personal transportation for visiting program locations

Essential Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
Social Media & Communications

• Assist with creating and scheduling social media content related to programs, events, and community outreach
• Capture photos and short videos during programs and events (as permitted)
• Comfortable and confident appearing on camera
• Help maintain consistent branding and positive messaging across platforms

Program & Event Planning Support

• Assist with planning, preparation, and execution of summer golf programming and special events
• Support event logistics, including schedules, materials, volunteer coordination, and on-site setup
• Help ensure programs and events run smoothly, safely, and on schedule

Youth Program Support

• Assist with setup, breakdown, and delivery of youth programming sessions
• Help create a safe and positive environment for participants
• Support coaches, staff, and volunteers during program activities

Administrative & Office Support

• Assist with participant registration, tracking, and database updates
• Help with scheduling, communications, and basic program reporting
• Provide general administrative and office support as needed

Location

• The primary work location is the First Tee - South Central Wisconsin John Flesch Golf & Academic Center, located at 2819 Royal Ave., Madison, WI 53713.
• Frequent short distance travel will be required to support and visit program locations.

Schedule & Time Commitment

Hours: 30 hours per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Duties and schedule subject to change based on program needs.)
Duration: May through August (exact start/end dates flexible)

Compensation: $600 per week, paid bi-weekly
Reports to: Sr. Director of Golf & Academic Development