operations intern

operations associate

banquet cook

Arizona Cardinals

If you're looking to grow and develop your career in the sports industry, for your own sake be sure to consider elsewhere. 

Working for the NFL may sound enticing, and it undoubtedly can have its perks... But you can get away with doing absolutely nothing and go unnoticed here, or be a leading sales or marketing person- but still go unnoticed. Keep your expectations LOW.

The last thing on their mind is career development. And they make it clear. Which is why they're a dysfunctional, and unfortunately alcoholic ridden organization.

It sincerely starts from within. And the reason this organization only goes so far in the season is because they can't even figure it out off the field, let alone in a game. It's a shame- I worked first hand with folks spending thousands of dollars of their hard earned money, in some cases driving hours away from all over the state to be robbed. 

This is a billion dollar plus franchise, one of the most valuable organizations in the world, and they treat their sales department like vermin. 

It's despicable how poorly they treat the employees who literally sell the product they attempt to provide, and convince folks to come out to the games. Unfortunately, they only way to generate excitement with this franchise consists of suppressing the hall of fame talent at wide receiver, accompanied by irresponsible hires and underwhelming draft picks. 

By the way, the fact they don't allow you to do this job at home nowadays is laughable. It's 2019. (Folks are stretched- just look at the front office- the gentlemen this year had every title imaginable at once [again, b/c they don't develop folks] and was stretched THIN. No wonder the guy is suffering from alcoholism).

Responsible for aiding and assisting client in business and personal matters. Booking daily travel, ticketing and appearances. Special events coordinator and reconciler. Preparing printed materials ex: itineraries, document distribution, brochures, flyers, web content etc, accounting & processing payments and payroll, initial contact for all sponsors and vendors with client, working directly with client in business endeavors, maintain record books for all company activity, Manage media/marketing initiatives, supervise all company relations. On going Management. Administrative duties use of Mac Os and PC programs utilizing Microsoft office, excel, spreadsheet, outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, adobe, numbers, pages, keynote, Cisco systems, Microsoft end-user and managing network infrastructure. Guide for all digital media and audio production. Office support. Protect member confidentiality and adheres to company policies. Answer multi-line phones, accounts payable/receivable and accurate data entry/scheduling/emailing. Inbound calls. General office duties including but not limited to, faxing, copying, printing, scheduling, scanning etc. General personal assisting duties including but not limited to laundry, car servicing, running errands, keeping client on schedule

From the first day you are hired, management continuously reminds you of how much of a privilege it is to work for the team & the NFL. The positive aspects of my job were working directly with the player's and coaching staff. The benefits are actually a privilege. Working with unorganized management who had no or very little knowledge of the kitchen was very stressful & the most difficult part of the job. The season schedule is very demanding with very little time off, even when you are off, management will still contact you at home if problems arise. Management speaks of an open door policy, but there really is no such thing. They rather you not to question anything at all, put your head down & keep your mouth shut. Certain managers have no respect for people that are in positions below them and have no issue with you knowing that or attempting to put you in your place even in front of other employee's. The overall work environment was very stressful and unprofessional. If you are going to survive here, you will need a very thick skin and the ability to keep your mouth shut no matter how much you are berated.

Every day I got to the Cardinals Stadium their was a group meeting. I stocked up lofts and made sure all the electronics worked perfectly befere the game started. I had to set all the televisions to different football games on the east side of the stadium. I learned alot about football that I didnt know before. My co-workers were fun people, after the games we would go get dinner. As far as management, she was full of energy and always made me feel like home. The hardest part about my job was handling remote controls. I would change one channel and I would have people chewing me out over what game to put on. The most enjoyable part about working at the stadium is seeing the fans being so happy with their costumes.

A typical game day begins at 7:30am.  All of the equipment our staff has set up in the locker room the previous day is moved out of the locker room and transferred to the field and set up strategically for the Athletic Trainers, Coaches, Video Staff and Equipment Staff.  Main purpose is to provide support for the Equipment Staff and players when needed.  We must always be on our toes and anticipating players and staff needs.  Most difficult part of the job is the day requires you to be on your feet for about twelve hours.

A typical day working at the Arizona Cardinals was exciting. Answered and made numerous amounts of phone calls. Also, engaged with guests, pointing them in all the right directions for club level, restrooms and atm's. I learned that work could be so much fun working gamedays and interacting with the guests was a plus. Management was always helpful and fun. Workplace culture was of course wide spread. People of all walks of life were in the stadium. The hardest part was standing and walking for twelve to fourteen hours a day especially with the wrong shoes. The most enjoyable part of the job was interacting with the fans and my fellow employees on gamedays.

The management is direct and friendly, and are amazing teachers. The Three top Chefs took the time to work with each one of their employees, and teach them new skills to make them perform at their highest potential. During the off season, the nutritionist would have teaching seasons on the importance of nutrition, and what foods can help you with Health and Performance. You really do get the feel of a family atmosphere, and all have the same goal which is to be the best we can be. 

The atmosphere at the facility and stadium is very warm and welcoming. The employees are very positive and willing to get the job done. As with any sport organization, there are goals to be met and its very easy to achieve those goals with the like minded people around you. You get to learn about the history of the team and how it became what it is today. The level of community involvement was the most enjoyable part. Helping and giving back to the community is very important and the impact is has can be felt immediately and forever.

What can I say, it was great working here, did it for 5 years and left due to relocating to another state. Fellow employee, Management  and Safe Personnel were fun to work with along with our Season Ticker holders who got to know us and greeted us every season! I worked mostly on the Club level but had also worked in various area of the stadium.  I was also one of the tour guides when I was available to do so, it was great fun meeting people and children from all over the world who had come to Arizona.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Nothing you get treated like you are no one 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Working 80 hours a week and getting paid for 40 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Toxic, immature, bad leadership, favoritism 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Stressful for no reason, spend 10 hours getting judged by leadership that doesn’t have as much talent as you

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