Our Anchor Program
High School Internship Program
Connecting Arizona high school students to real careers in the golf industry — through a one-day orientation at the Arizona Golf House.
The Program
From Classroom to Career in Golf
Golf Industry Futures Arizona, through in collaboration with the Arizona Golf House (AGH), reaches out to high schools and school districts across Arizona to identify students who are curious about careers in the golf industry.
Selected students are invited to a one-day orientation at AGH — a hands-on, immersive experience featuring a panel of industry leaders from organizations represented in the Arizona Alliance for Golf.
The goal is simple: show students that the golf industry is a real, viable, and exciting career path — and give them the connections to pursue it.
Orientation session
A Day at the Arizona Golf House
Welcome & Introductions
Students arrive at the Arizona Golf House and meet program coordinators, industry mentors, and fellow participants.
Industry Overview Panel
A panel of golf industry leaders from Arizona Alliance for Golf member organizations share their career journeys and insights.
Career Track Breakouts
Students rotate through breakout sessions covering key career tracks — from agronomy and operations to marketing and hospitality.
Networking Lunch
Students share a meal with industry professionals in an informal setting, building connections and asking questions.
Facility Tour
A guided tour of the Arizona Golf House facilities, showcasing the breadth of the golf industry ecosystem in Arizona.
Hands-On Experience
Students participate in hands-on activities related to golf course operations, turf science, and event management.
Closing & Next Steps
Program wrap-up, Q&A, and information on how students can pursue internship and career opportunities in the golf industry.
Career Tracks
More Careers Than You Think
The golf industry is far broader than most students realize. From science and technology to business and the arts — there's a career path in golf for nearly every interest.
Get InvolvedEligibility
Who Should Apply?
High school juniors and seniors in Arizona
Students curious about business, hospitality, science, or sports
Students who enjoy the outdoors or have an interest in golf
Students looking for a clear career pathway after high school or college
No prior golf experience required
For Educators
Schools & Counselors
We partner directly with Arizona high schools and school districts to identify and refer students for the program. If you're a counselor, teacher, or administrator interested in bringing this opportunity to your students, we'd love to connect.
School Outreach
We contact your school directly and work with your counseling team to identify interested students.
Simple Referral
Counselors can refer students directly — no lengthy application process. We handle the rest.
Career Credit
Work with us to explore whether orientation day can count toward career exploration or CTE credit.
No Cost to Students
The orientation program is provided at no cost to students or schools.