The DREAM Foundation offers the DREAM Program, a unique mentorship program for students from Historically Black College and University sports business programs. Students will complete a 10-week virtual program, learning real-world skills including networking opportunities (virtually), resume building, interacting with sports business professionals, and completing a client-based interactive group project. Mentees will also have an opportunity to work at a live sporting event, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as event support, marketing strategy, sponsorship sales, communications, and social media.
Candidates ideally have experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Keynote, Adobe Photoshop, and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube). The following attributes are a must: excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and adhere to deadlines, and the capacity to work in a very fast-paced environment.
We are asking student candidates to submit a ONE-slide PowerPoint resume about themselves to apply for this opportunity. The slide should include their bio information including previous industry experience, volunteer work, and education. Ultimately, how would you promote yourself to a potential employer? Creativity and design are also just as important as the content.
September 27th
Class #1
Welcome
October 4th
Class #2
Sports Marketing
October 11th
Class #3
Sales/Sponsorship
October 18th
Class #4
Social Media
October 25th
Class #5
Event Operations
November 1st
Class #6
Agent/Athlete Relations
November 8th
Class #7
Networking
November 15th
Class #8
Career Path
November 22th
Class #9
Student Presentations*
November 29th
Class #10
Student Presentations*
Students will have the opportunity to work alongside event partners throughout semester.
Students need to be prepared to interact and travel to events to network, learn and work sporting events.
*Dates subject to change based event partners’ schedule.
The DREAM Foundation offers a unique mentorship program for those interested in a career in sports. The DREAM Program is designed to support students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities.