Career Development Partner Information

Our career development programming aims to provide players with an opportunity to gain experience, discover career interests, build new skills, and make valuable connections. Our hope is that you will see firsthand the valuable skillset and perspective our players can bring to your organization. Available programming options include:

• Career Experiences | Provide players hands-on experience and a glimpse into working in a full-time capacity within your organization for a one-day to three-week period. To learn more, view our program handbook. Information for players is available here.
  Timeline: February - March
• Global Job Shadowing | Facilitate a short-term experience (up to 3 days) providing initial insight into various positions, career paths, and what it takes to be successful in your field. Information for players is available here.
  Timeline: Offseason (flexible)
• Career Conversations | Connect players with your staff via phone or video calls to share overviews on career paths, area(s) of expertise and general professional experience. Information for players is available here.
  Timeline: Year-round (flexible)
• The Trust Fellowship | Hire former players for extended terms (6 months to 1 year) to provide more substantial experience and opportunities for potential job placement. Information for players and partners is available here.
  Timeline: Open
• Job Fairs | Connect with former players ready to enter the workforce at events hosted by The Trust and the NFLPA's Former Player Services Department.
  Timeline: Year-round (flexible)

A Look Back

Since our Career Experiences Program began in 2014, we are proud to have served...