Want a Career in Sports Marketing or Management?
Tips on Finding Work in Sports Marketing or Management
In my first two articles regarding sports marketing, I discussed what to expect from a sports marketing internship and why you should pursue sports marketing internships while you are in college. This article will give you tips on improving your chances at finding employment in a sports management or sports marketing position following graduation.
Internships
Securing an internship during college is one of the best ways in obtaining experience and establishing a network that will help you find a sports marketing or management job out of college. If you have graduated, it is still recommendable to accept an internship or volunteer position. Future employers will admire the dedication demonstrated by pursuing education even following college.
Networking
Internships are a strong method in establishing a network of contacts. You can also enhance your network by using networking sites such as LinkedIn. LinkedIn is a social networking site designed for business networking. Once you create an account, you can join groups with people work in the career fields that interest you. Occasionally, there may be jobs advertised. Continue reading …
Article by, Joshua Huffman and courtesy of Associated Content, Inc.
