Talk Sport 2012
Would you like to to join a number of high profile sports organisations to participate in Talk Sport 2012 at Loughborough University?
This exhibition provides an opportunity to promote the sports sector, network with professionals in related industries, celebrate and support the future of sport by meeting our students and graduates and build a relationship with Loughborough University.
- Date:
- Thursday 16th February
- Time:
- 11am – 3pm
- Venue:
- James France Exhibition Area, Loughborough University
- Organisers:
- Careers and Employability Centre, Loughborough University
- Supporting organisations:
- Sports Technology Institute and the Chartered Institute for Management of Sport and Physical Activity
Background
‘Sport is a distinctive feature of Loughborough’s identity (Loughborough University-Towards 2016 Strategic Plan). This is substantiated by an increasing demand from students and graduates from all areas of study - for information, advice and guidance on careers in sport and for access to employment opportunities at Loughborough and beyond; and from employers – for access to the talented pool of Loughborough students and graduates whom they wish to recruit.
Facing a future where students will have greater opportunities to gain work experience during their programmes and the employability and employment of graduates is higher on the agenda than ever before, Loughborough University is picking up the pace to support its students. Entering 2012, when the sporting spotlight will be on the Olympics in London (and Loughborough), we are embracing this fantastic opportunity to stage a careers event dedicated to sport and its various specialisms.
Focus
Talk Sport 2012 will provide a forum where employers can talk to others in the sector and build a future for their own organisations. Loughborough students can learn more about careers and professional roles related to sport. This networking event will encourage them to ask questions, gather information, make contacts for the future and, where appropriate, put themselves forward for experience and employment.
This isn’t a recruitment event, but some employers will choose to use it as such, and it is an ideal opportunity for you to meet some of the most highly qualified and motivated individuals studying and participating in sport in the UK, many of whom will be our sports leaders of the future.
Audience
This event is geared towards students on sports related programmes at Loughborough University (including, Sports Science, Sport Management and Sports Technology) but is open to all students and staff across all schools and to students at Loughborough College.
Career Areas
Organisations are invited from a range of areas including: Sports Science; Sports Education; Sport Development and Coaching; Leisure, Health and Fitness; Sports Management, Marketing and Administration; Sports Media; Sports Facilities; and Sports Technology.
Benefits
The fair will provide an opportunity for representatives from sport related professions to:
- network with other employer partners of Loughborough University;
- meet face to face with talented Loughborough students;
- promote opportunities for work shadowing, work experience, paid internships or employment within their organisation;
- provide an insight into their professional area and tips and advice for entry;
- advise students on the requirements of their industry and gaining relevant experience and qualifications;
- develop a relationship with Loughborough University towards possible future collaboration.
Fee
There is no fee for attendance at this event.
Refreshments and Facilities
You will be provided with the following:
- Free on-site parking
- 3m x 2m space for your stand – with table and chairs
- Careers Fair programme entry
- A lunch box and refreshments
- Full support throughout the day
- Vacancy advertising through the Careers and Employability Centre website
Booking
To register for this event please complete the Talk Sport 2012 booking form and return it as soon as possible.
Download the Talk Sport 2012 booking form
Further information
Gill Clarke (Careers Adviser) g.c.clarke@lboro.ac.uk
Caroline Crouch (Employer Liaison Co-ordinator) c.j.crouch@lboro.ac.uk
Careers and Employability Centre
Loughborough University
www.careers.lboro.ac.uk
Tel: 01509 222096