Education and Sports

Welcome to the Education and Sports community!

The Education and Sports community will provide resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in working within the education and sports industries.  As a follower of the Education and Sports community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.  

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a Husky Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.  

How to Best Prepare for the Non-Profit & Service Career Fair! 

Published on February 21, 2020

Careers for the Common Good is excited to announce the 2020 Non-Profit and Service Career Fair on February 28th, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. The Career Fair is a wonderful opportunity for students to engage with over 75 non-profits, …

By Ashley Andino
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CT-Based Non-Profit Organizations You Should Know About

Published on February 19, 2020

For students considering a career in the world of non-profit organizations, it’s always good to be familiar with the work that’s being done right in your backyard. There are a lot of incredible organizations making a real impact here in …

By Clarice Pennock
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How Do I Work in Education… Without Teaching?

Published on February 5, 2020

For those interested in education, it may appear that the only way to work in that field is to teach in a traditional classroom setting- although it is true that the face of education seems to be teaching, there are …

By Clarice Pennock
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Is a National Service Year for You? Tips from an AmeriCorps Alum

Published on January 2, 2020

Are you in the midst of earning a degree, but unsure about the career direction you want to take after graduation? Or are you looking to make a change from your current day-to-day? Then a national service year might be …

By Gabrielle Comella
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Child Life Specialists

Published on December 16, 2019

Do you love working with children? Are you interested in counseling or therapy? A Child Life Specialist might be a good fit for you! Have you ever been given a diagnosis that is hard to understand? Well, that is what …

By Melissa Nowak
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Education & Social Services Resources

Education & Social Services Resources

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

Practicum Requirements: UConn Counselor Education …

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Résumé Samples by Career Community

Résumé Samples by Career Community

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Education & Sports Career Search Engines

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 …

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CT DoE Paraeducator Information and Resources

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 …

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Capitol Region Education Council (CREC)

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 …

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Generation Teach

Generation Teach

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

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