Career Development

Intention and Industry Outreach

Obtaining employment in the sport industry requires an intentional effort. The University of Florida Department of Sport Management provides opportunities both on and off campus in order to network and build meaningful relationships with alumni and industry professionals while seeking your degree. Opportunities are shared weekly through the SPM Engaged Learning & Outreach course on Canvas.

For more information about engagement and industry outreach opportunities, contact Jessica Francis, Director of Engaged Learning & Outreach, or Shelley Lyle (Director of Engaged Learning & Outreach for Graduate Programs).

Engaged Learning

The University of Florida Department of Sport Management provides tools and resources to support the personal and professional development of students through individual interactions and experiential opportunities.

Students are informed and encouraged to be relevant by exposure to industry publications and conferences. Students are also encouraged to build your brand through individual support related to professional documents (e.g., resumes, cover letters), and other professional communications/interactions (e.g., the elevator pitch, LinkedIn, informational interviews/networking, job/internship interviews, conference preparation). Lastly, students are provided a variety of opportunities for relationship-building with professionals in their areas of interest through networking events, campus guests, student organizations, internships and volunteer opportunities.

Student Involvement and Leadership

Gator Sport Management Organization (GSMO)

GSMO is a professional student organization that offers UF students a forum which promotes both professional and favorable working relationships and networking opportunities between students, faculty, alumni and business professionals within the sporting industry. Contact: ufgsmo@gmail.com

HHP Ambassadors

HHP Ambassadors serve as the “face” of the College and represents HHP at various events including Freshman Preview, New Student Convocation, HHP Tailgates, Spring Awards, Internship/Job Fair and more! We are looking for outgoing and enthusiastic students to represent our College at recruiting, alumni and community events. Learn more about HHP Student Ambassadors.

HHP Graduate Organization (GO)

The HHP Graduate Organization (HHP GO) supports the academic needs and professional development of graduate students at HHP and comprises representatives from each of the departments at the college. HHP GO depends on feedback in order to meet its mission, so graduate students are encouraged to become active members or to attend any of the HHP GO meetings. Learn more about HHP GO.