If you are interested in sports jobs with the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans, you’re in the right place!

Who we are:

The mission of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans is to be #1 in everything we do and to be a global brand to all of our fans. We take pride in the growth and success of the entire Gulf Coast region and are committed to leveraging our resources and goodwill to foster meaningful change for the greater good of society and our community. We celebrate individuality and value all identities and experiences, and value the perspectives of our team members. Our team members are integral to our success, and we stand beside them through success and hardship. We make it a priority to make all team members feel included and their opinions be heard. Together, we win!

Who you are:

You want to be part of a team that values community, integrity, excellence, and an organization where people come first and are celebrated. You love the industry of sports, and are excited by the potential of working for two major leagues, the NFL and the NBA. You understand and appreciate that New Orleans is a unique city with so much to offer, and you want to be a part of the vibrant community that wants to see its teams be the best. You are passionate, driven, ready to work hard and have fun.

Position Summary:

The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans Associate Program is a ten-month program that exposes entry-level candidates to the business side of sports. These intern level positions work across both the NFL and NBA seasons, and work full-time hours in various departments within our organization.

Inside Sales Associates are responsible for selling a wide range of ticket packages for both the New Orleans Pelicans (NBA) and the New Orleans Saints (NFL). Products range from season tickets, luxury suites, group plans and possible sponsorship sales. This is a sales development program. Throughout this entry level program our focus will be centered around training and development as we are committed to crafting the sport industries next class of top level sales professionals.

This temporary position is based in the New Orleans, LA area, and will run from June 9, 2025 – April 17, 2026.

What you will be doing:

Generate revenue by cold calling individuals and companies to set up face-to-face appointments and finalize sales of Saints Suites, Pelicans Suites, Season Tickets, Partial Season Tickets, Group Tickets, and Mini Packages
Ability to work as a collaborative group
Complete at least 100 outbound phone calls per day with the goal of establishing a face to face appointments at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center
Meet and exceed weekly and monthly sales goals that are built by the team
Provide excellent customer service by ensuring prompt and thorough responses for all inbound and outbound communication
Outstanding interpersonal and time management skills with the ability to multitask and execute in a timely manner
Professionally aggressive and competitive approach to the selling process
Balance customer interaction using Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Run available ticket inventory using SRO Ticketing System
Other duties as assigned by the Inside Sales Manager

What you’ll bring:

Recently graduated from an accredited bachelor’s degree program is preferred
Must live in or be willing to relocate to New Orleans for ten months
Possess an exceptional work ethic, a strong desire to succeed, and a professional demeanor
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Must be able to operate in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment and maintain confidentiality
Must possess excellent organizational, written, verbal and listening skills
Must have solid knowledge of the NBA, statistics and basketball terminology in order to effectively perform duties
Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by games and the NBA and NFL schedules
- Attend 75% of both Pelicans & Saints Home games to ensure phenomenal customer service to all clients and fans

What we offer:

Medical Insurance Options
401K Program with Company Contribution
Paid Holidays
Wellness Program and Gym Membership

Applications must be submitted online. Please do not mail or email resumes to the Saints/Pelicans. All qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or by email. Please do not contact the Saints/Pelicans Human Resources or Hiring Manager to check the status of your application. When applying, please be sure your updated contact information is provided.

The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans ("Teams") are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for candidates and employees regardless of their membership in any protected classifications. The Teams will not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, and pregnancy), religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and/or any other legally protected class under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This anti-discrimination policy applies with respect to all employment decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, discipline, and discharge. The Teams are committed to equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act and state law. If you feel you need an accommodation for a disability, please inform us. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If you request an accommodation, it is essential that you participate fully in the interactive process.

Inside Sales Consultant