Corporate Partnerships Graduate Associate

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.

What you’ll be doing:

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree required from a college or university in related field (preferred)
• Six months to one year of experience related to Corporate Partnerships 
• Sales experience (preferred)
• 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

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are dedicated to ensuring equal access throughout the employment process. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable participation in the application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require an accommodation, please contact us to request assistance.