Anytime students can get out and visit with real world careers in the field they have interest it it's a win for educators, but when they can visit the New York Jets that's an even bigger win. That is what happened this week for students from Earl L. Vandermeulen High School in Mrs. Nelson’s Sport Event Management class and Mrs. Moran’s Sports Marketing class. They had the exciting opportunity to attend the New York Jets Sports Business Day at MetLife Stadium.
This special event gave students a behind-the-scenes look at the business side of professional sports, combining classroom learning with real-world experiences inside one of the NFL’s most dynamic and innovative venues in New Jersey.
As part of Sports Business Day, students participated in a variety of interactive and educational activities, including:
- Stadium Tours: A rare opportunity to explore exclusive areas of MetLife Stadium, including the locker rooms, corporate suites, press boxes, and even the playing field.
- Career Talks: Presentations from Jets staff members representing departments such as sales, partnerships, and marketing, who shared insights into their daily responsibilities, challenges, and career paths.
- Networking and Career Advice: Students received valuable guidance on how to break into the professional sports industry, emphasizing the importance of internships, networking, and developing strong communication and leadership skills.
The visit to MetLife Stadium offered students firsthand exposure to the sports business industry, helping them understand the teamwork, creativity, and strategy that drive professional organizations—and inspiring many to pursue future careers in sports management, marketing, and event planning.