During this past summer, I feel I have made the most of my internship experience through the University of Guelph as I traveled to North Carolina. I was fortunate to get a job at the Quail Hollow Club taking part in a wide variety of tasks that are essential for top golf course results. I am very pleased with my time at Quail Hollow and so I strongly suggest that anyone applying for a work placement, make the most of the opportunity and go for the greatest experience possible.
Quail Hollow offered an intense intern program that advanced my knowledge in the turf industry considerably. Nine other interns and I experienced a PGA tournament, transition from Ryegrass to Bermudagrass as well as essential practices for optimum success on a golf course. We had the chance to watch for wilt and treat Bentgraass greens in a warm southern climate. It was also beneficial to work alongside ten interns as well as 50 volunteers for the tournament. These contacts will certainly be useful in the future as a turf grass manager.
As I head back to school this fall, I can say that I am happy with my decision of going down south for this internship. I strongly suggest to anyone feeling hesitant about traveling and working in a new golf course environment, to just go for it and make the most of it. Do your research on the golf course and never look back! 
