Gianchandani will support New Jersey Golf Foundation Programs for Youth, Military Veterans and Special Needs
BEDMINSTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The New Jersey PGA Section (NJPGA) and its charitable arm, the New Jersey Golf Foundation (NJGF)—in conjunction with PGA REACH, the 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the PGA of America—has named Aron Gianchandani (Watchung, NJ) as a PGA WORKS Fellow. The PGA WORKS Fellowship, established in 2017, provides the opportunity for a one-year, paid immersion in a PGA Section’s Foundation operations.
Gianchandani, who previously experienced summer internships with the NJPGA, will have an expanded role for the NJGF and NJPGA as the PGA WORKS Fellow. Gianchandani’s primary responsibilities will be to support the NJGF’s full lineup of programs headlined by PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) the flagship military program of the NJGF, which introduces golf to Veterans with disabilities to enhance their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being; PGA Jr. League and Special Olympics Golf. Gianchandani will support all programs and events at the Inspiration Range, while providing operations assistance for NJPGA tournaments and special events.
“Golf is a passion of mine, and after spending three summers working with the New Jersey PGA Section, I knew I wanted to explore career opportunities in the golf industry,” said Gianchandani. “The NJGF offers a line-up of programs that make the game of golf accessible to anyone who wants to learn and play in New Jersey, especially young people, Veterans, and those with special needs, and I’m thrilled to be a part of the team.”
Gianchandani attended Muhlenberg College, where he was a member of the golf team, while serving as captain his junior and senior year. He earned a Bachelor of Administration Degree in Marketing in May 2024.
Gianchandani has been around the game since his youth, working at Watchung Valley Golf Club and Montclair Golf Club as a caddie and outdoor operations manager from 2016-2020. Following that role, Gianchandani managed tournament reception for players, oversaw rules and playing time, and registered final scoring with players, posting scores online at U.S. Kids Golf. In 2021, Gianchandani started his journey with the NJPGA where he served as an intern, followed by the Assistant Summer Tournament Manager, where he was responsible for managing NJPGA tournament operations.
“The PGA Works Fellowship is a terrific immersion into the golf industry, and I’m thrilled that Aron will gain more valuable experience in his new role, while supporting core programs and special events for the NJ Section and NJ Golf Foundation,” said New Jersey Golf Foundation Executive Director Chris Hunt.
PGA Sections oversee the 41 regions of the PGA of America across the United States and help create the network of communication and community for PGA of America Golf Professionals and amateur golfers nationwide. The PGA WORKS Fellowship is one of the most valuable, entry-level opportunities for individuals from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to gain experience in all facets of the golf industry. The Fellowship gives recent college and university graduates a first-hand look at everything that a career in the $102 billion golf industry can provide.
Gianchandani is the seventh PGA WORKS Fellow for the New Jersey Section.
For more information on PGA REACH, visit pgareach.org.
