Sport Management Newsletter – July 25 2022

Special Opportunity

  • Rising Seniors: Interested in being a part of the planning team led by Dr. McDonald, for the 2023 McCormack Sport Leaders Forum? Apply here by August 5th. Great resume experience, interact with alums, and make a difference!
  • Local Students: Want to learn more about the research process and sponsorship deals in a REAL-WORLD setting? Work with Prof’s Must and Lachowetz and the Westover Golf Course. If interested send an email with resume to Prof. Must ASAP, students will be selected on a first come first serve basis.
  • Will Rock Sports ‘How to get a into the Sport Business’ hosted by Chicago White Sox Vice President of Sales and Service, Jim Willits. Monday, August 1 8:00PM EST. Register HERE.
  • Connecticut Sun Career Fair – over 20 organizations. August 2nd 3-5. Admission includes a ticket to the Connecticut Sun vs. Phoenix Mercury game that night. Register HERE.
  • Did you have an internship in Spring 2022/Summer 2022? Tell us about your experience HERE!

Last Call – Don’t miss out!

JOBS

  • MKTG – Hiring MULTIPLE entry level and trainee roles. From Hospitality & Events, Sponsorship Consulting, Social & Influencer Strategy Data Analytics, and more! See all positions here. If you apply to any of them send Prof Must an email with your resume and the positions(s) applied for by July 26th – the earlier the better 😊
  • Mullins Center Event Staff – PAID. Start immediately, continue through school year. Email Prof. Must if interested.

INTERNSHIPS

  • UMass Football Video Intern needed! For summer and fall of 2022 – More info HERE!
  • UMASS Event and Facility Internship – START immediately, flexible schedule. Paid. See details and apply here.
  • UMASS Athletics Public Address Announcer Internship. Details and applications instructions here. Deadline July 29, 2022.
  • UMASS Athletics Marketing Internship. Details and applications instructions here. Deadline July 29, 2022.
  • Little League Brand Ambassadors – This position will assist with the development and execution of marketing initiatives related to the 2022 Little League World Series. The part-time position will run from August 1st through August 28th at the Little League International HQ in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Successful candidates will assist with day-to-day implementation of event management needs for Official Sponsors.  Apply HERE.

New This Week – apply early to beat the rush!

JOBS

  • Rochester Americans & Knighthawks – Group Events Specialist. Details and apply here. Send Prof. Muyst and email with your resume after you apply.
  • Philadelphia Flyers – Inside Sales Representative. Apply HERE. Send an email with your resume to Prof. Must after you apply via the link.
  • Vermont Sport Properties (Learfield) – Coordinator of Partnership Services. The goal is to execute partnership elements to ensure an enjoyable Game Day experience for partners and fans. The coordinator will serve as liaison between corporate partners, property staff and the Athletic Department. 0-3 years of relevant work experience. Apply HERE. Let Prof. Must know if you apply.
  • Orlando FC – Sales Academy. Apply HERE and get your start. More roles at Orlando FC HERE. Let prof. Must know if you apply to any of them.

INTERNSHIPS

Fall 2022

IConnect/General Resources

McCormack Resources

  • Popular Sport Job Boards HERE – Check out the most recent addition, National Research Group!
  • How to set up your Teamwork Online profile HERE
  • “How do I get an internship?” HERE – Check out the most recent addition, the Job & Internship Hunt/Networking Excel doc!
  • Earning Credits for your Internship HERE
  • McCormack Department of Sport Management Scholarships & Fellowships HERE
  • Registration Resources: Registration Help Document ; Overview of Course Elective Offerings

Student Feedback

  • Help Professor Must help you by understanding how you feel about ‘networking’ by answering this short survey

Scholarships/Fellowships

  • McCormack Department of Sport Management Scholarships & Fellowships HERE

Volunteer Opportunities

Events

Sport Club Meetings

Mark your Calendars

Did you miss it? Old newsletters and internship/job postings HERE

By Emily Must
Emily Must Internship Director: Great for Help with Sport Industry Exploration and Earning Credits for Your Internship