Reports to: Director, Player Programming/Team Development

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Status: Part-time, seasonal, hourly

Application deadline: Rolling Application

Work Location: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA

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 Pelicans are seeking a Basketball Operations Intern to support our Player Development staff during the 2025-2026 basketball season. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about player development, has strong interpersonal skills, and thrives in both administrative and customer-facing settings.

This position is part-time, seasonal and will work nights, weekends and holidays based on the Pelicans home game schedule (view the schedule here). 

What you will be doing:

• Assist Player Development staff with administrative and operational tasks
• Support family check-in on game days, including greeting and escorting families to seats and the family room.
• Serve as a runner for back-of-house and player development needs during games and events.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to players, families, and staff while maintaining strict discretion.
• Communicate effectively with players, staff, and family members.
• Manage minor issues with attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring: 

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree (completed Bachelor's degree and actively pursuing Master's degree is preferred).
• Previous experience in sports and/or customer service strongly preferred.
• Basketball knowledge or experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and interactions with discretion.
• Reliable transportation and availability to work all home games and assigned events.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated interest in player development and engagement

Applications must be submitted online. Please do not mail or email resumes to the Pelicans. All qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or by email. Please do not contact the 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 Pelicans are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for candidates and employees regardless of their membership in any protected classifications. The Pelicans 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 Pelicans 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.