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!

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Vault Guides

In-depth information about career paths within this community, including work environment, earnings, education and training requirements, and industry outlook.

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Featured Resources

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

Education & Social Services Resources

Many programs in education and social services include practicum experiences. Learn more about those here.

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Education & Sports Career Search Engines

In addition to engaging in networking, searching online can be a viable option to supplement the job, internship and co-op …

CT DoE Paraeducator Information and Resources

A paraeducator is an employee who assists teachers and/or other professional educators or therapists in the delivery of instructional and …

Capitol Region Education Council (CREC)

Since 1966, the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC), working with and for its member districts, has developed a wide array …

Generation Teach

The vision of Generation Teach is to end racial injustice and inequity in education. Our mission is to co-create loving …

Featured Articles

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