This week was about the "product" (real world experience) and each student:
1) Researched a real job in sports and what is required in terms of qualifications.
2) Created a poster board with a road map indicating the individual steps necessary to obtaining the job. Students completed their high school planner on www.csumentor.edu and determined exactly which classes they need to complete in order to get into college. They also identified which colleges offer their needed degrees/majors and potential internships for their college years that will help them gain experience and a competitive edge.
3) Created a professional resume written for the specific job they researched.
4) Wrote a cover letter to the company hiring for the position they are pursuing.
5) And most importantly, students learned how to network and the importance of building contacts and relationships with professionals.
6) Developed their own business cards with their skills and contact information to pass out while networking.
Note: Three students have established contact with personnel at the Oakland Raiders office due to this class and are pursuing summer jobs and internships with the Raiders. Best of luck to them!
