Welcome to the Education and Sports community!

Whether you’re shaping the minds of the next generation or fueling the competitive spirit of athletes, your journey in education and sports starts here. This community is your hub for building a career that makes an impact—whether it’s in the classroom, on the field, or behind the scenes in sports management and education policy. 
 
On this page you can find insights on internships in schools, sports organizations, and education nonprofits, or explore co-ops that give you hands-on experience in coaching, teaching, or athletic administration. Stay up to date with career opportunities, industry trends, and networking events that connect you with mentors and professionals who’ve been in your shoes. Want a closer look at your options? Use Job Market Insights to explore career trajectories and check out UConn Undergraduate Outcomes to see where Huskies in education and sports are making their mark. 
 
Your passion for learning, coaching, and leading starts now—let’s get to work!

Experiences

Participate in free, asynchronous, self-paced job simulations that will help you build real-life skills for real-life roles.

Alumni Mentors

Alumni mentors who are willing to be contacted for career advice and industry insights.

Emily Block

Alumni Mentors
  • Ithaca, NY
  • Managing Director Cornell Hillel
Meet Emily

Yasmina Lingane

Alumni Mentors
  • Connecticut
  • Secondary Education TEFL Teacher Peace Corps, West Africa
Meet Yasmina

Steve Nelson

Alumni Mentors
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Senior Manager, Open Learning Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Meet Steve

Elsie Newcombe

Alumni Mentors
  • Hartford, CT
  • Strategic Information & Projects Manager Hartford Public Schools
Meet Elsie

Featured Resources

Focused job boards, educational content, and other tools to further your exploration of this community.

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Featured Articles

Trends, advice, and experiences in this community, written by Career Center staff and industry experts.