NextPlayU – Community Associate
Are you a collegiate or professional athlete who is looking for the next step in your professional life and career beyond sports? NextPlayU is a cohort-based career accelerator for collegiate and professional athletes. NextPlayU Community associates are invaluable members in facilitating this unique experience.
We provide a proprietary and proven 4-week cohort based virtual learning experience, rooted in a deep understanding of the athlete experience, focused on elite athletes transitioning into tech and sales. Members of NextPlayU receive individualized coaching, professional and role-specific training, and a community of like-minded individuals who will become part of your professional network as you build your career.
Who is a Fit for NextPlayU and the community associate role:
Collegiate and professional athletes seeking full-time employment post their athletic career, or already ‘retired’ athletes newer to the professional world who are seeking new professional opportunities and career path
What You’ll Do:
Involvement in NextPlayU cohorts, including:
- 4 week virtual experience covering professional skill-building, including resume & linkedin, telling your story, interview skills, and business writing
- Personal development including career and life visioning
- Gain Insights from athletes who are now leaders in their professional careers post sports
- Role specific training focused on go-to-market roles in technology
- Final presentation preparing participants for entry level sales roles
- Introductions for interview and career placement with our company partners – industry leading tech and tech-enabled growth stage businesses
Skills You’ll Bring:
- Demonstrated Leadership Capabilities
- Tenacity & Grit
- Discipline & Dedication
- Resilience & Perseverance
- High Character & Coachability
- Interest in the technology industry & sales
- Emotional readiness to evolve your career beyond sport
Are you a leader on and off the field, seeking a community of like-minded individuals, and looking to excel in the next phase? NextPlayU may be the team for you!
Apply Now! You will hear back from our team soon.