Youth Sports Development Associate

Reports To: Youth Sports Development Sr. Manager

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Final date to receive applications: February 21, 2026

Start Date: June 8, 2026

Work Location: Metairie, LA

The New Orleans Saints and Pelicans proudly represent both the NFL and NBA, using our platform to uplift the Gulf Coast and create lasting community impact. Rooted in the vibrant spirit of New Orleans, we celebrate diversity, embrace culture, and unite people through the power of sports. Guided by our core values—community, teamwork, celebrating individuality, people first, integrity, and excellence—we foster an inclusive culture and seek people who share these values to help strengthen the bond between our teams and the city we call home.

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

This is a 10-month, full-time, paid position based in New Orleans, LA, as part of our Associate Program. The program will run from June 8, 2026 through April 16, 2027.

Under the direct supervision of the Youth Sports Development Manager, the Youth Sports Development Associate provides support to all of the members of the department and leads, organizes, and executes specific outreach programming as directed by leadership and performs other duties as assigned.

• Assist with the planning, preparation, and implementation of various youth sports development programs/events with an emphasis on owning the execution of weekly Play Football Experiences
• Aid in the planning and team’s execution of NFL programs/initiatives including, but not limited to, Play Football Month, NFL FLAG events, Girls High School Flag Football, etc.
• Assist with the planning and execution of various clinics such as Youth & High School Coaching Clinics, Skills Challenges, Parents Clinics, etc.
• Maintain and update youth football development database
• Work with other internal departments to highlight and create an awareness of all youth football development initiatives

• Assist with the planning, preparation, and implementation of various youth sports development programs/events with an emphasis on owning the execution of weekly Junior Training Camps
• Aid in the planning and team’s execution of NBA programs/initiatives including, but not limited to, Jr. Pelicans Leagues, Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Week, Jr. Pelicans Statistician, Jr. Pelicans Game Day Clinics, Jr. Pelicans/WNBA, Jr. Pelicans Coach of the Year, Whistle Up Louisiana.
• Assist with the planning and execution of various clinics such as Youth & High School Coaching Clinics, Combines, All-Star Competitions, Jr. Pelicans Basketball Academies, Referee Development Clinics, Team Partnered Youth Basketball Development Activations etc.
• Maintain and update youth basketball development database
• Work with other internal departments to highlight and create an awareness of all youth basketball development initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Positive, solutions-oriented mindset and willingness to learn
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Organized and dependable with the ability to manage multiple priorities; proactive and adaptable in fast-paced environments
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or relevant software
• Ability to learn new tools and systems quickly
• Enthusiastic team player who enjoys working with others to achieve shared goals
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines

• Commitment to community and a people-first mindset
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to celebrate individuality and value diverse perspectives
• High integrity and a proactive, solutions-oriented “winning” mindset
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by games and the NFL and NBA…