Internships

Internships provide athletes with valuable opportunities to gain real-world experience while exploring potential career paths. They allow student-athletes to apply the discipline, teamwork, and leadership developed through sports in professional environments. This section is designed to help athletes understand the importance of internships, learn how to find opportunities, and prepare strong applications. Whether pursuing internships during college or preparing ahead of time, these resources will help athletes build experience, develop professional skills, and begin preparing for successful careers beyond sports.

Why Internships Matter

  • Gain real-world work experience
  • Build professional networks
  • Explore career interests
  • Strengthen resumes before graduation
  • Learn workplace skills like communication and teamwork

Internship Examples

  • Sports industry internships
  • Business and marketing internships
  • Coaching or athletic operations
  • Media and sports journalism
  • Health and fitness related internships
  • Finance, law, or other professional industries

When Athletes Should Start Looking

  • Freshman/ Sophomore years: Explore careers
  • Junior year: Start applying
  • Senior year: Secure experience before graduating

How to Find Internships

  • University career centers
  • Networking with coaches and alumni
  • Job websites
  • Company Websites
  • LinkedIn

Preparing for Internships

  • Build a strong resume
  • Prepare a professional cover letter
  • Practice interviewing
  • Highlight skills from sports

Preparing for internships early can help athletes build valuable experience and open doors to future careers. Explore our resources and guides to begin preparing for opportunities beyond the game.