Corporate Partnerships Graduate Associate

Detroit Pistons • Detroit, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to be part of a high-performing team of go-getters who make a difference both on and off the court? Join the Detroit Pistons as we harness the power of basketball to unite our city, elevate our fans, and drive lasting community impact. As the Corporate Partnerships Graduate Associate, you will learn the core proficiencies of Corporate Partnerships throughout our full season. We are seeking a team member with a positive, upbeat outlook that can lead and connect with a diverse population! Here at the Detroit Pistons, we are focused on equality for all. We work collaboratively to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that celebrates our differences while driving innovation and equity. Creating impactful experiences on and off the court is what we do - and ensuring that everyone has a voice is how we do it.

Requirements

• Six months to one year of experience related to Corporate Partnerships
• Ability to be onsite M-F, holidays, weekends, and nights as needed
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Creativity to develop new or outstanding sales initiatives that can drive new business and/or upsell opportunities.
• Customer service skills or experience
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and display critical thinking skills
• Self-improver, possess a positive attitude and eagerness to learn

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree required from a college or university in related field
• Sales experience

Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate Partnerships team in day-to-day operations of executing and fulfilling contractually bound programming and asset management for team partners.
• Engage with partners and fans while assisting in on- and off-site activations.
• Participate in Corporate Partnerships team meetings – brainstorm sessions, weekly team check-ins, pitch reviews, etc.
• Assist with monitoring and supplying sports business news, trends, and corporate activity that will help build prospect and partner relationships.
• Research Corporate Partnership prospects, creating impactful sponsorship proposals, and reviewing sales process documents.
• Game Day Preparation - Prepare the Partnership Court Report and schedule meetings with the Engagement team to review prior to each home game.
• Assists with game day activations and ensure all elements of the activations are collected and organized prior to the start of the specified game.
• Fulfill other game day duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level