Athletics Ticket Office Intern | University of South Alabama

Mobile, Alabama, The University of South Alabama seeks applications for a paid internship position in the Athletics Ticket Office. This position will report to the Director of Ticket Sales. Essential job functions: Generate new ticket sales through outbound phone calls, emails, and in-person appointments with prospective customers. Assist with season ticket, mini-plan, group ticket, and premium seating sales for South Alabama Athletics. Contact existing season ticket holders regarding renewals, upgrades, and additional ticket opportunities. Develop relationships with businesses, alumni, faculty, staff, and community organizations to increase ticket sales and attendance. Provide exceptional customer service by responding to ticket inquiries and recommending seating options that best fit customer needs. Assist with sales campaigns, promotional events, and community outreach efforts designed to increase attendance and revenue. Utilize South Alabama's Paciolan ticketing system to process orders, maintain customer records, and document sales activities. Support game day ticket sales operations, including customer service, will call, and box office assistance during athletic events. Assist with lead generation, prospect research, and other sales initiatives to expand the South Alabama Athletics fan base. Other duties and responsibilities: Prompt and regular attendance Ability to work scheduled hours as defined (some nights and weekends required) Ability to work closely with student employees in the box office Adhere to all University of South Alabama, Sun Belt Conference and NCAA rules and regulations Other duties as required/assigned by the Director of Ticket Operations. Necessary special requirements: Superb interpersonal skills; Excellent written and verbal communications skills; Ability to handle multiple tasks, and function in a high paced environment; High level of motivation and assertiveness, as well as an ability to exercise independent judgement. This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal and credit background check. The background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of South Alabama is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression), religion, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Preferred Quali fi cations: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama.  Please send letter of application with resume — including names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references via email to lmeyers@southalabama.edu .