Professional and Career Development
Career readiness is critical to the success beyond academics and athletics. With that in mind, the SAWD office hosts several career development events throughout the year to give junior and senior student-athletes the skills to help them make a successful transition to a meaningful career.
Resume/Cover Letter Assistance | Mock Interviews
Networking Knights | Job Search Strategies
Professional Dress | Business Etiquette |LinkedIn Assistance
Experiential Learning
KnightShip
An eight-week professional learning experience exclusively for junior and senior student-athletes within the athletics department. Student-athletes will acquire:
- transferrable experiences in a work setting providing them with a better understanding of the type of career they wish to pursue
- an understanding of work etiquette and key communication skills by being immersed in a professional work environment
- professional experience to add to their resume
"KnightShip is a great opportunity for student-athletes because it gives us the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while balancing our intense schedules. I learned new computer skills, workplace etiquette, and what it takes to be competitive outside of academics and sports.” - KnightShip Participant