Each year, the USGA Green Section provides the opportunity for 14 to 17 students to travel with members of the Green Section staff on Turf Advisory Service visits for one week between May and August. The goal is to provide students with a broader view of the golf course industry and help them learn about golf course maintenance through the perspective of the Green Section agronomists. Students receive a $250 stipend for the week, and all transportation, hotel, and meal expenses are paid by the USGA.

The USGA regional director and agronomists interview candidates from among the universities in that region, and one or more students are selected to participate in the program. The travel week date is flexible and is mutually agreed upon by the Green Section staff and the student. The student travels to the prearranged meeting site on Sunday and returns on Friday of the travel week.

As part of the internship, the student is required to submit a report that summarizes the week's observations and experiences. The report is due three weeks following the conclusion of the travel.

To qualify students must:
* Be a sophomore, junior, or senior in a four-year baccalaureate program, or a graduate student, majoring in horticulture, agronomy, or a related field.
* Be returning to school the semester following the internship.
* Have an interest in golf and turfgrass management, and preferably some experience working on a golf course or playing the game.
* Have good leadership potential.

Application packets must contain:
* A cover letter from the student, explaining how they became interested in turf management and why they would like to participate in the internship program.
* The student's resume, including the projected graduation date.
* A letter of recommendation from the student's faculty advisor.

Submit the application to the director in the Green Section region where the student's school is located. Applications are due by Nov. 24. Selected candidates will be notified after March 1, 2009.