Charlotte Country Club was founded in 1910 and is located four miles east of uptown Charlotte, in the historic Plaza Midwood neighborhood. Charlotte Country Club is known as a top 20 private club in the United States and is a premier family-centric country club. Our amenities include an 18-hole Donald Ross golf course, restored by architect Ron Prichard in 2009 which has received numerous accolades, multiple dining rooms, a family activity center, tennis, and a golf learning facility.

Internship Description:

Our 2024 Club Management Rotational Internship provides a hands-on experience, through multiple departments to provide a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the private club industry. Our program is customized to meet the needs and interests of the individual to best prepare them for a career in clubs. 

Internship Functions: 

Interns should expect to experience all aspects of Club operations, front line roles through team leadership and operations as indicated through their personal goals. Programming includes:

• Department rotations in food and beverage, culinary, golf, tennis, agronomy, communications, and more
• Weekly Meetings
• CMAA Educations
• Area Club Tours & Networking
• Leadership Development and Education
• Access to Leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned

Hours/Duration of Internship

• The Club Management Internship opportunity is a seasonal, non-exempt position. This internship starts mid-May and is expected to continue through early August. Option for continued employment after the internship ends can be discussed with the Assistant Clubhouse Managers based on business needs, performance, and open position requirements.

• Our Clubhouse Team members generally work five days a week, Monday through Sunday, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for operations. The weekly work schedule is subject to change based on club events and operation needs. Availability on evenings, holidays, and weekends is expected of all staff. Must be available 32-40 hours a week.

Internship Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a 4-year Hospitality Program
• Exceptional communication skills
• Detail oriented, honest, respectful, dedicated, caring, positive, and enthusiastic
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-end, professional environment
• Desire to make memorable member experiences
• Prior Club experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Perform physical demands of the job including lifting up to 35 lbs is required 
• Ability to climb stairs frequently, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to work and tolerate all seasonal weather conditions

Benefits:

• Paid Internship
• Complimentary lunch/dinner during shifts
• Paid educational expenses
• Housing Available

Pre-Employment Screening: 

• Background check and drug test required. 

We are a drug free workplace.