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#49 Golf Club in America by Platinum Clubs

#88 Greatest Golf Course in America by GolfDigest

#9 Best Practice Facility in America by GolfDigest

#17 Best Locker Rooms in Golf by GolfDigest

#69 Best Modern Golf Course in America by GolfWeek

ABOUT THE CLUB

Hudson National Golf Club is one of the premier private clubs in the world, where championship golf, world-class hospitality, and extraordinary service converge on one of the most spectacular pieces of land in America. Located just 49 minutes from Grand Central Terminal in New York City, the Club offers a uniquely luxurious escape that feels worlds away from Manhattan while remaining remarkably accessible. The property sits high on a dramatic ridgeline overlooking one of the widest stretches of the Hudson River, with sweeping views extending south toward the New York City skyline and north toward the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Opened in 1996 and designed by legendary golf course architect Tom Fazio, Hudson National quickly established itself among the finest golf clubs in the country. Following a comprehensive renovation completed with the Fazio Design Group in 2023, the Club continues to earn national recognition for its golf course, practice facilities, service culture, culinary program, and overall member experience.

At the heart of the property sits a beautifully restored 1911 manor estate house that serves as the clubhouse. The land itself is steeped in history, from its role during the American Revolution to the remnants of the historic Hessian Hills Country Club that remain visible on the property today. Few clubs in the country combine such rich history with such dramatic natural beauty.

Hudson National is intentionally boutique in scale. With sixteen overnight guest rooms, two private cottages, and a national membership, the Club delivers an experience more reminiscent of a Relais & Châteaux property than a traditional golf club. Members and guests enjoy the sophistication, cuisine, and service standards of New York City’s finest establishments while being immersed in the tranquility of the Lower Hudson Valley. It is a place where a guest can spend the evening overlooking the Hudson River and still be back in Manhattan the same day.

The membership consists of many of the nation’s most accomplished business leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, and families. Their expectations are reflected in every aspect of the operation. From personalized service and luxury accommodations to nationally recognized golf instruction, culinary experiences, and hospitality programming, every detail is executed with an uncompromising commitment to excellence.

Hudson National is also a club that continually invests in its future. Following its transformative golf course renovation and investment in turf care equipment, the Club has embarked on an ambitious long-range master plan that includes a full clubhouse renovation, a state-of-the-art turf care and environmental center, a new cart barn complex, and luxury cliffside cottages overlooking the Hudson River. These projects reflect the Club’s belief that excellence is never finished and provide team members with a front-row seat to the evolution of a world-class private club.

For interns, Hudson National provides a rare opportunity to learn within a culture of excellence. Whether your interests lie in golf operations, agronomy, culinary arts, food and beverage, hospitality, lodging, or club management, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside some of the industry’s most respected professionals. The Club’s boutique size allows interns to assume meaningful responsibilities, build relationships with department leaders, and gain exposure to all facets of a nationally recognized private club operation.

Simply put, there are very few places in the club industry where world-class golf, Michelinlevel hospitality, luxury lodging, rich history, breathtaking scenery, and visionary leadership come together in the way they do at Hudson National Golf Club. It is not just a place to work—it is a place to learn, grow, and experience the very best our industry has to offer.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Hudson National offers a six-month internship across four departments: Golf, Agronomy, Culinary, and Food & Beverage. The program is built for current students and recent graduates who want a full season inside a nationally ranked private club rather than a short summer placement.

Six months is a deliberate choice. It is long enough to see a season open, peak, and close; long enough to be trusted with real responsibility; and long enough for us to know you well enough to advocate for you afterward.

PROGRAM DETAILS

• Six month committments preferred, but not mandatory for all interns. Start dates are flexible and set around your academic calendar.

• Housing: on-site and nearby housing available to all interns if needed.

• Meals provided on duty.

• Uniforms: provided.

• Eligibility: current students and recent graduates.

SHARED ACROSS EVERY DEPARTMENT

• One-on-one mentorship from the General Manager/COO.

• Cross-department learning: structured time in the other three departments, so a golf intern understands the kitchen and a culinary intern understands the first tee.

• Club orientation and historical property tour.

• Career conversations with the General Manager/COO and Assistant General Manager, including resume and cover letter review.

• Attendance at operational meetings relevant to your department.

• Bi-weekly feedback and goal-setting with your direct manager.

• Club-sponsored certifications, which may include First Aid, CPR, AED, and TIPS.

• Select industry events and networking through CMAA, the Metropolitan PGA, MetGCSA, and the Club’s professional network.

CROTON ON HUDSON, NY

You will not find a better place to start a club career. Westchester County holds one of the highest concentrations of private clubs anywhere in the country, and the greater metropolitan area extends that reach across Long Island, Connecticut, and northern New Jersey. Within an hour of Hudson National are clubs that have hosted U.S. Opens, PGA Championships, and Ryder Cups.

That density is the point. The Metropolitan PGA Section and the local CMAA chapter put you in rooms with the people who do the hiring, and the professionals you meet during six months here will still be answering your calls in ten years. Interns who come to Westchester rarely have to explain where they trained.

The Club sits on a ridge above the Hudson, and the Hudson Valley starts at the property line. The Old Croton Aqueduct Trail runs twenty-six miles through the village. Croton Point Park reaches out into the river with camping and shoreline. Croton Gorge sits below the New Croton Dam, and Teatown Lake Reservation is a few minutes south. Drive twenty minutes north and you are into the Hudson Highlands, Bear Mountain, and Harriman State Park.

Croton-Harmon is an express stop on Metro-North’s Hudson Line, with trains to Grand Central in under an hour and departures several times an hour. Dinner in the city, a Yankees game, a museum on a Tuesday off, none of it requires a car or a plan. You are close enough to use New York and far enough to actually rest.

GENERAL MANAGER

DEREK BUCKLEY, CCM, PGA GENERAL MANAGER / COO

Derek Buckley, CCM, PGA serves as General Manager of Hudson National Golf Club, leading the Club’s strategic vision and daily operations. Since joining Hudson National in 2024, he has partnered with the Board of Directors and leadership team to enhance the member experience, strengthen club culture, and advance the Club through hospitality, operational, and capital improvement initiatives.

Prior to Hudson National, Derek served as Assistant General Manager at Muirfield Village Golf Club and has contributed to 18 professional championships, including The Masters, the Memorial Tournament, and events hosted by Tiger Woods. With experience spanning golf operations, hospitality, and club management, Derek has held leadership roles at premier clubs including Muirfield Village Golf Club, Congressional Country Club, The Everglades Club, and Wade Hampton Golf Club.

Derek understand the power of postiive mentors having worked for the only PGA Professional to ever serve as the CMAA President, and has worked for two national Bill Strausbaugh award winners for their dedication to mentorship. A dedicated mentor himself, Derek is passionate about developing future club leaders through hands-on exposure to every aspect of private club operations.

Derek holds a Master’s Degree in Hospitality Leadership from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Professional Golf Management from Florida State University. He is a Certified Club Manager (CCM) through the Club Management Association of America and a Certified PGA Professional in General Management through the PGA of America.

Together with his wife, Jackie, Director of Ladies Golf at Sleepy Hollow Country Club, Derek is committed to fostering the next generation of club professionals while thoughtfully building upon Hudson National’s reputation as one of the nation’s premier private clubs.

CULINARY

Chef Greg leads Hudson National Golf Club’s culinary program, overseeing both à la carte dining and banquet operations. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Chef Greg has worked alongside James Beard Award-winning chefs and held culinary positions at renowned establishments including Le Cirque 2000, Osteria del Circo, and Winged Foot Golf Club. He joined Hudson National as Chef de Cuisine in 2019 and, after six years of leadership and culinary innovation, was promoted to Executive Chef in 2025. Chef Greg’s wife, Catherine, is also a Culinary Institute of America graduate, reflecting the family’s shared passion for the culinary arts. Interns working with Chef Greg gain valuable exposure to high-level food preparation, leadership, and modern culinary techniques across all areas of the operation.

CULINARY

Hudson National is seeking a Culinary Intern or Extern to join a high-performing culinary team led by Executive Chef Greg Parliament. The kitchen supports a la carte member dining, tournament and event production, and fine dining on the terrace, at a standard set by a membership that expects a great deal and a chef who came up through it.

This position is well suited to Culinary Institute of America students and to any serious culinary student seeking hands-on experience in a premier private club environment built on excellence, creativity, and hospitality.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist the chefs with daily food preparation and service

• Work across multiple kitchen stations

• Support member dining, tournaments, and special events

• Handle butchery, fabrication, and prep

• Execute seasonal menus alongside the team

• Maintain sanitation and organizational standards

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• A la carte and banquet production side by side

• Fine dining and private club cuisine

• Butchery, fabrication, and advanced prep technique

• Seasonal menu development and execution

• Food safety and kitchen organization at volume

• High-volume event execution

• Leadership and teamwork in a professional kitchen

OUTCOMES

By the conclusion of the internship you will have developed advanced culinary techniques, gained real exposure to luxury private club operations, strengthened your leadership and communication, and built a foundation for future opportunities in fine dining, private clubs, hotels, and resorts. You will receive direct mentorship from Chef Greg and Hudson National’s culinary leadership throughout.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Current culinary student or recent graduate; Culinary Institute of America students strongly encouraged to apply

• Passion for hospitality and culinary excellence

• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment

• Professionalism, urgency, and a genuine willingness to learn

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to:

Greg Parliament gparliament@hudsonnational.org

FOOD & BEVERAGE

LAUREN CUCCIA ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

Lauren Cuccia oversees a wide range of club operations at Hudson National Golf Club, including culinary, food and beverage, lodging, facilities, and member services. A lifelong Croton-on-Hudson resident, Lauren began her career at Hudson National as a host during college, and, through hard work, leadership, and a commitment to excellence, steadily advanced into her current role as Assistant General Manager. She holds a Master of Public Health from the University at Albany and was a Division I Track & Field athlete, experiences that continue to shape her disciplined and team-oriented approach to leadership.

Lauren is actively involved in both the Club Management Association of America (CMAA) and the Westchester Assistant General Managers group. She is passionate about developing future club leaders and regularly organizes visits to leading clubs, Michelinstarred restaurants, and top food and beverage establishments throughout New York City to expose interns to best practices across the hospitality industry. Having worked her way up through nearly every facet of club operations, Lauren is dedicated to providing interns with meaningful mentorship, hands-on experience, and the professional development opportunities that helped shape her own successful career.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Food and beverage at Hudson National is often not compared to other private clubs, but is often referenced as the best restaurant in the NYC metro area. Service runs from casual golfer dining through fine dining on the terrace overlooking the Hudson, alongside a busy calendar of member programming and private events.

A Food & Beverage intern is exposed to every area of that operation. You will develop and demonstrate knowledge through structured training and conversations with managers, take on real leadership responsibility on the floor, and work alongside the management team on the day-to-day running of the dining rooms. You will see both the operational and the administrative side of club dining.