“Through their partnerships with employers, we were able to provide some of our young people with a pathway into the sports industry.”
Education, Training & Employability Senior Coordinator | Palace for Life Foundation
Careers Launch
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Careers Launch is an exciting one-day careers and enterprise challenge designed to inspire the next generation of talent. Created for Years 12 & 13, the event transforms students into the leadership team of their own sporting organisation, giving them the opportunity to experience the fast-paced world of sport, business and innovation.
Throughout the day, students tackle realistic industry challenges, make strategic decisions, develop creative ideas and work collaboratively to grow their organisation.
Along the way, they explore the wide range of careers that power the sport industry, from marketing and events to commercial operations, media, technology and leadership. Engaging, interactive and curriculum-linked, Explore & Create helps young people connect classroom learning to future careers, build confidence in their abilities and develop the communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills essential for success in any industry.
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Why Attend
This event inspires, engages and develops students at a crucial stage in their decision‑making journey. Students leave with a clearer understanding of how their interests and skills link to future careers.
Key Benefits:
- Explore careers in sport beyond playing
- Build confidence in teamwork, leadership and communication
- Develop essential employability skills early
- Gain exposure to business, marketing and innovation concepts
- Improve aspiration and career awareness before GCSE choices
- Learn through a fun, active and highly engaging format
Workshop Highlights
A real‑world careers experience that inspires early decision‑making and fits perfectly into any school’s development strategy
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Event Testimonials
From students to industry professionals, our attendees regularly tell us how impactful and inspiring they found our events. Here are just a handful of verified reviews shared on Trustpilot.
“Really good experience for our pupils. They loved the interactive sessions and we would re-book again in the future.”
“Our students loved the 1-1 interactions from the various organisations and universities.”
BTEC & Esports Tutor | Argyle Community Trust
“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.”
Head of Careers | The Royal Grammar School Worcester
“Bristol Rovers Community Trust students really enjoyed the event. They found it extremely beneficial and opened their eyes to different career pathways in the sporting industry.”
Head of Education | Bristol Rovers Community Trust
“Excellent day packed full of guest speakers and exhibitors stands giving students an opportunity to consider lots of careers in sport. As a member of staff hearing about the eight employability guides from YLVC will be invaluable to us. Thank you.”
Careers Coordinator and Operational Careers Leader | Bishop Burton College
“I enjoyed the variety of talks. A lot of them were very relatable. I’m usually I person who speaks a lot and asks a lot of questions, however I went in to the event wanting to simply listen to people who know what there doing within the industry. Overall a great experience and I will definitely be attending more.”
Student - Sports Marketing | Leeds Beckett University
“It was an engaging, insightful day with numerous lessons and pieces of advice taken away. The speakers and staff were interactive and helped us engage to get a greater insight into the conversation topics.”
Student - Bachelor of Sports Science and Physiology | University of Leeds
“Great advice on applying for jobs.”
Student - Sport & Exercise Science | University of Leeds
“As a Careers Adviser working with young individuals in schools and colleges, I found the event to be incredibly positive and inspiring. The speakers delivered motivating career stories, offered valuable advice to those trying to break into the industry, and provided insights on building a career in the sports industry. I look forward to the next event.”
Careers Adviser | Shaw Trust
“Great day, with good guest speakers, good insight into how to network from different sporting back grounds and good potential employment stalls.”
Student - Sports Therapy & Rehab, Sports and Exercise | Leeds Trinity University
“Fantastic Day! Great insight into the sporting industry and all opportunities available. Perfect way to begin networking and the team at Careers in Sport have already been very helpful! I am looking forward to future events as I continue building my career in Sports Therapy.”
Student - Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation | Leeds Trinity University
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