Strategy & Analytics Graduate Associate at Orlando Magic

Kick‑start your career in sports and entertainment. Our Graduate Associate Program is a full‑time, immersive, post‑graduate opportunity designed for recent college graduates who are ready to gain real‑world experience in a fast‑paced, professional sports organization. This program offers hands‑on learning, meaningful responsibility, and exposure to leaders across the business — all while working in a collaborative, high‑energy environment. Click on Watch to hear more about the program. This position will start on 7/13/26 and run through 6/25/27. A quick summary about the Strategy & Analytics Graduate Associate role: Strategy & Analytics Graduate Associate will focus on providing analytic and strategic support for both immediate and long-term initiatives. The Business Strategy team handles the organization’s data warehouse, insights and analytics, and CRM platforms to optimize business performance. What the Strategy & Analytics Graduate Associate will be responsible for: The Strategy & Analytics Graduate Associate will support the department in projects including but not limited to: • • Ticket pricing • Season ticket holder retention • Ticket sales and marketing initiatives • Marketing research and customer insights • Corporate partnership analytics • Operational performance and customer service metrics • Mobile app data maintenance • Customer rewards program development • Database management • Report building • Other strategic and analytic initiatives • Utilize internal pricing tool and sales data analysis to implement dynamic ticket pricing strategy and recommend and implement ticket sales promotions. • Support research initiatives through survey design, analysis, and presentations. • Assist in the development and analysis of select statistical models. • Maintain mobile app management platform, track inventory and analyze trends and usage. • Collect and analyze data for other strategic initiatives. • Assist the Business Strategy team in preparing presentations, business plans, and other reports. • Track industry news and emerging business trends and update the department. • Prepare post-meeting reports and summaries. • All other duties as assigned. What the Strategy & Analytics Graduate Associate needs to have: •  Post Grad (recent college graduates within 24 months of graduation) or graduate-level college students required. • Degree in Economics, Marketing, Finance, Statistics, or Business major preferred. • Knowledge and familiarity with SAS, SPSS, or other statistical software preferred. • Knowledge and familiarity in SQL or similar relational database management system preferred. • Experience with survey design and/or programming. • Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong emphasis in Excel modeling. • Strong quantitative and analytical skills required. • Ability to solve complex problems. • Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure. • Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail required. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on business writing skills. • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and support multiple high level executive positions. • Ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative. • Ability to take direction without follow up. • Ability to work collaboratively with others. • Strong teamwork and team synergy skills required. • Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships. • Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills. • Availability and willingness to work extended hours, including nights and weekends and be on-call as necessary. • Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on the changing priorities of the department. What we offer you: Compensation and Benefits: • $18/hour plus overtime • 5 days of PLT • Game tickets during Magic season (as available) • 40% discount on Orlando Magic merchandise • Medical coverage option Relocation Information: • Relocation and housing expenses are the responsibility of the Graduate Associate (Please note that while we have a hybrid work model, this does require you to live and work out of the Orlando, Florida area.) • Reliable transportation is also needed Working Hours: • Office Hours - M-F, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. • Based on role determines in office and remote working by the manager • Most Associates work all game nights (44 home games + playoffs and finals) including weekends and holidays • Culture built on Community, Innovation, Legendary and Teamwork! Physical requirements None. If this opportunity is a job you're passionate about and it fits with your skills and experience, then we welcome you to take the next step and apply! ...