About this Event
Behind every team and sporting event is an entire industry of diverse professions including coaches, journalists, physios, nutritionists, officials and more....
Careers in Sport LIVE provides young people with the opportunity to see first-hand the wide ranging roles at work behind-the-scenes within a professional sports club and their foundation.
The event provides insights into the sports industry and reduce some of the barriers attendees may face in pursuing their ambitions.
Held at the iconic Edgabsotn Stadium in Birmingham and in partnership with Warwickshire County Cricket Club Foundation, Careers in Sport LIVE promotes careers in Sports Business, Coaching, Media and Science.
Attendees participate in a series of interactive workshops and learn how the club operates.
Industry speakers also support workshops by offering advice and inspiration around their expertise.
Who is the event for?
For School/College Students
Our ‘Careers in Sport’ introduction event is ideal for 14 – 19 year old students and highlights how a professional sports club operate to achieve success on and off the field. Students engage in interactive workshops in sports business, coaching, media and science.
For Training Providers and Employers
There are sponsorship, exhibition and speaker opportunities to promote your brand, business and organisation to the next generational workforce aiming to establish a career in the sports industry.
Benefits of attending?
Industry Guidance
Leading professionals and employees from the host club provide an insight into their role and responsibilities within the club.
Presentations and Q and A panels provide information on how they established their career; the highs and lows they have experienced and provide priceless advice to attendees as they embark on their own career in the industry.
Improving Skills
Whilst, qualifications are essential for some professions, attributes such as teamwork, creativity, timely communication, flexibility and good listening skills are essential for most professions, and especially in the sports industry.
The interactive workshops focus on developing skills employers are looking for when recruiting.
Building Connections
Network with fellow students, upcoming graduates, recent graduates and early first stage professionals, as well as with local and national training providers and businesses.
Attendee Feedback
“Many thanks for arranging the LIVE event at Edgbaston. Our students really enjoyed the Careers in Sport event. The interaction worked well…. the venue was excellent and the design of round tables for pupils to participate in activities went really well. We look forward to next year’s event.”
Audrey Williams, Head of Careers - The Royal Grammar School Worcester
“Our students loved the 1-1 interactions from the various organisations and universities.”
Isobel Aspen, BTEC & Esports Tutor at Argyle Community Trust
“Really good experience for our pupils. Topics covered a range of careers, from apprenticeships to on the job roles and university courses. Our pupils loved the interactive sessions and we would rebook again in the future.”
North Bridge House Canorbury
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Edgbaston Stadium, Edgbaston Road, Birmingham, United Kingdom
GBP 5.00 to GBP 10.00
