Student-Athletes

Welcome to the Career Connections page for Student Athletes! This page is jointly managed by University Athletics and the Career Center and designed to help equip our Villanova Athletes for the next steps in their professional development.

Many of the resources you’ll find here fit into the newly launched Student-Athlete Professional Development Guide, which is a collaborative effort of the University Career Center and Athletics Department created to empower and engage student-athletes on their career journey.

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Embrace Opportunity: 2nd Annual Student-Athlete Networking Night!

Published on January 14, 2025

Calling all Villanova student-athletes! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 28, 2025, as the 2nd Annual Student-Athlete Networking Night is just around the corner. This event is your chance to explore how your athletic experience translates into professional success while …

By John McGranaghan

Welcome Back, Wildcat Student-Athletes!

Published on January 13, 2025

The spring semester is here, and the Villanova Career Center is excited to partner with you as you balance your academic, athletic, and career ambitions. We know the unique challenges and strengths that come with being a student-athlete, and we’re …

By John McGranaghan

From Field to Office: Transferable Skills for Student Athletes in the Workplace

Published on December 6, 2024

Recent graduates who are about to enter the workforce for the first time will face many challenges. When applying for entry-level positions they may lack certain skills that potential employers are looking for, and when starting work for the first …

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EMPOWERED AthletesShare This: Share EMPOWERED Athletes on FacebookShare EMPOWERED Athletes on LinkedInShare EMPOWERED Athletes on X
Empowered athletes take a proactive role in shaping both their academic and professional futures. An empowered athlete is not merely …

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ENGAGED AthletesShare This: Share ENGAGED Athletes on FacebookShare ENGAGED Athletes on LinkedInShare ENGAGED Athletes on X
Engaged athletes recognize the pivotal roles of career experts as a foundational step in shaping their career trajectory. Engaged athletes …

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Equipped athletes understand the importance of resource utilization and recognize how leveraging a variety of resources can significantly impact their …

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Enlightened athletes recognize the significance of building meaningful networks for a holistic athletic, academic, and professional journey. Enlightened athletes understand …

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The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example)Share This: Share The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example) on FacebookShare The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example) on LinkedInShare The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example) on X
A well-crafted resume is essential for Villanova student-athletes, as it serves as a powerful tool to showcase their unique combination …

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Join the largest professional network united by skills & passion for sports and build authentic relationships with industry leaders today

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Athlete365 Career+ is an initiative of the IOC Athletes’ Commission, and it has supported more than 59,000 athletes worldwide since …

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The NCAA supports today’s student-athletes on the field, in the classroom and continues to support former student-athletes by helping them …

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Handshake is Villanova’s go-to resource for jobs, internships, events, and more! 
This mobile career management platform intuitively connects you to …

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The University Career Center is proud to offer students the ability to book private rooms for virtual or phone interviews.
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Dress for SuccessShare This: Share Dress for Success on FacebookShare Dress for Success on LinkedInShare Dress for Success on X
Recommendations for how you can dress for an interview or typical workday will vary based on your job, company and …

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Professional Headshots via Iris BoothShare This: Share Professional Headshots via Iris Booth on FacebookShare Professional Headshots via Iris Booth on LinkedInShare Professional Headshots via Iris Booth on X
The Career Center’s Iris Photobooth is now available to capture your professional headshot. Iris Booth is the evolution of portrait …

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Big Interview is an online system that combines training and practice to help improve interview techniques and build confidence. …

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Student-Athletes

Featured Articles

Embrace Opportunity: 2nd Annual Student-Athlete Networking Night!

Welcome Back, Wildcat Student-Athletes!

From Field to Office: Transferable Skills for Student Athletes in the Workplace

Upcoming Events

Professional Development Staff for Athletes

Student-Athlete Professional Development Resources

Villanova University Student-Athlete Professional Development Guide Starting Checklist

EMPOWERED Athletes

ENGAGED Athletes

EQUIPPED Athletes

ENLIGHTENED Athletes

The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example)

Teamwork Online (Job Search Tool)

Athlete365

NCAA FSA (For Student-Athletes) Job Search Engine

Athlete-Focused Employers

Career Readiness Resources

Handshake

Interview Rooms

Dress for Success

Professional Headshots via Iris Booth

Big Interview – Interviewing Practice

Nova Network

Student-Athletes

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Upcoming Events

Professional Development Staff for Athletes

Student-Athlete Professional Development Resources

Athlete-Focused Employers

Career Readiness Resources