Career Resources for Sport Management Majors

McCormack majors – are you ready for the upcoming recruiting season? This page is designed to provide you access to the career trends, industry insights, and guidance you need to pursue your desired path in sport.

 

6 interview mistakes students and recent grads make, according to recruiters and hiring managers

You’ve finally cleared the biggest hurdle—the recruiter called back, and the interview is on the calendar. But for many recent grads, this is where the wheels fall off. It’s easy to think that if you just show up and answer …

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The entry-level job market is broken. The long-term opportunity isn’t.

By Jim Stroud, career intelligence analyst and job search workshop facilitator for college students

The front door is crowded. The side doors are wide open. Here’s how to find them.

The Deal You Were Promised Is Not the Deal You’re …

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Sport Management Newsletter 5/26/2026

By Emily Must
Emily Must Internship Director: Great for Help with Sport Industry Exploration and Earning Credits for Your Internship
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10 signs the early career job market is heating up in May 2026

If you’ve spent the last couple of years feeling like the job market was a high-stakes game of “musical chairs” where the music stopped every five minutes, I have some news for you. Take a deep breath. Shake off that …

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Sport Management Newsletter 5/11/2026

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

Take a look at these resources to help you learn about what’s needed to succeed in your industry.

Start here — Find where your future begins!

How to Best Utilize the Excel Workbook: Download the workbook  Toggle to the “Masterlist” tab  Use the filters on “category”, …

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REFER TO THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR TO SEE REGISTRATION DEADLINES FOR FALL, SPRING AND SUMMER CLASSES

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Getting Started with TeamWork Online

TeamWork Online Profile Set Up Video Overview HERE TeamWork Online Tutorial On How To Use The Platform HERE.

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McCormack Department of Sport Management Fellowships & Scholarships

McCormack Department of Sport Management Scholarships George and Sherry Dickerman Family Scholarship (Sport Management) – Typical Deadline: 8/25 Stephen and Sandra …

McCormack Dept of Sport Management: Office Hours FALL 2025

ISOM Suite 224 Liz Delia (Dr. Delia)

By appointment, set up by emailing. 

Room: ISOM 222A Email: edelia@isenberg.umass.edu Will Norton …

Registration Help

With registration around the corner your sport management professors wanted to make sure you could access useful information to help …

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View Alumni Profiles

Lindsey Cunniff, SM ’19

Alumni Spotlights
  • Business Development & External Affairs Senior Specialist Kraft Sports + Entertainment
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Brittany Green, SM ’17

Alumni Spotlights
  • Brand Consulting & Solutions Senior Manager Oak View Group
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Ari Kwitkin-Close, SM ’22

Alumni Spotlights
  • Account Executive of Group Sales Washington Commanders
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Ian Shaw, SM ’16

Alumni Spotlights
  • Director of Premium and Season Ticket Sales Columbus Crew
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Guides to Jobs in Your Industry

Vault Guide to Media and Entertainment Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Sports Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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careersuccess@isenberg.umass.edu
Address

Office of Career Success
Chase Career Center, Suite N207
Isenberg School of Management
UMass Amherst
121 Presidents Drive
Amherst, MA 01003

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Monday 8:30am-4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:30am-4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30am-4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30am-4:30 pm
Friday 8:30am-4:30 pm

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