2017 Turfgrass Intern Information at Pikewood National Golf Club P5_PWN71175 Intern Collateral_Packet_spreads_noble | Page 6

Pikewood National Golf Club, located southeast of Morgantown, WV, has been ranked by Forbes Magazine as #2 among “The Five Hardest Golf Courses in the U.S.” and by Golf Digest as #18 among “America’s 20 Hardest Golf Courses”, #74 among “The World 100 Greatest Courses” in 2014, # 44 among “America’s Greatest 100 Golf Courses” in 2015, and “Best New Private Course” in 2009. In 2011 Link maga-zine listed Pikewood National #7 on its “Top 10 One-Hit Wonders”. The course takes full advantage of the picturesque West Virginia Mountains boasting breath-taking vistas on nearly every hole. Pikewood National is a private 18 hole golf course which is highly exclusive to members who enjoy golf at its purest state. This is a great opportunity to work with a crew that is highly motivated to become successful in this industry. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual who is looking to eventually become a Golf Course Superintendent. This candidate should be a self-starter who takes pride in his/her work ethic and values the importance of being a team player. PIKEWOOD NATIONAL | SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM This position will expose the candidate to a wide variety of turf practices. The Pikewood Turf Crew understands the importance of sound agronomic practices. Such practices include: • Proper water management (hand watering, ect) • Cultural Practices (topdressing, aerification, ect) • Managing according to weather • Fertilizer and chemical applications (proper calibration and techniques) The candidate will also be taught the importance of: • Good communication with the crew, management, and members. • Professionalism - proper appearance and demeanor • Networking • Career Preparation • Record Keeping (Daily conditions journal) Intern House As stated previously, housing is provided. Pikewood National Golf Club has graciously bought and furnished a home for the incoming interns. Pikewood National Golf Club understands that interns come from various colleges around the country to learn and grow in the golf course maintenance industry. A Few Things to Know: House is fully furnished (6br/3 ba). • All appliances, including washer/dryer, TV, DVD player • All furniture, including living room, dining room, bedroom • All cooking utensils, plates, cups, etc. • Direct TV basic cable package, Wi-Fi inter-net access available • House is located on golf course property, adjacent to hole #7 • Front and Back decks • Basketball hoop, ping pong table • Ample on-site parking • Security System • Outdoor Grill Additional Benefits: • Khaki pants, crew shirts, hats and pullover provided • Internship dinner with Golf Course Superintendent • Employee golf every Monday evening 7