Employment Guide for the Sports Industry
Collegiate Sports
There are over 4,000 colleges, universities, and junior colleges in the United States today.
Professional Sports
Professional sports in the United States are one of the biggest entertainment industry segments in the country. With over 120 professional teams between the NFL, MLB, NBA, and NHL these organizations generate roughly $17 billion in annual revenue.
Professional Sports Employers
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Major League Baseball (MLB)
Major League Baseball (MLB) has 30 teams at the highest level and numerous minor league teams.
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Major League Lacrosse (MLL)
Major League Lacrosse (MLL) has 6 teams.
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Major League Soccer (MLS)
Major League Soccer (MLS) has 24 teams.
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National Basketball Association (NBA)
National Basketball Association (NBA) has 30 teams and a development league with several teams.
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National Football League (NFL)
National Football League (NFL) has 32 teams.
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National Hockey League (NHL)
National Hockey League (NHL) has 31 teams at the highest level and numerous minor league teams.
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National Lacrosse League (NLL)
National Lacrosse League (NLL) is North America’s Professional Indoor Lacrosse League with 13 teams.
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Professional Golf Association (PGA)
Professional Golf Association (PGA) is the largest working sports organization in the world, comprised of more than 28,000 people dedicated to promoting the game of golf.
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Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) has 12 teams.
Minor League Sports Employers
Farm systems and minor leagues represent a fertile ground for finding internships and entry level jobs. Here are some sites highlighting minor league jobs/internships.
Professional Sports Associations
- MLB
- MLB Players Association
- NBA
- NBA Players Association
- NFL
- NFL Players Association
- NHL
- NHL Players Association
- PGA
Examples of Professional Sports Jobs
- Business Operations
- Community Relations
- Concessions
- Event Management
- Game Day Operations
- Marketing
- Player Representatives
- Sponsorship Sales
- Ticket Sales
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Executives and Agents
Almost every professional athlete has a man or woman behind the scenes to negotiate, advise, and maintain a working relationship with each affiliated organization.