Army West Point Athletics
Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program
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FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM SUMMARY:Â
This program is intended to engage and cultivate young, aspiring athletic administrators to become leaders of the ever-changing landscape of college athletics. Fellows will gain experience in an FBS, Division I athletics department within the world's premier leader-development institution, the United States Military Academy. This program is designed to provide outstanding candidates a quality learning experience which will ultimately accelerate the traditional career path within or adjacent to college athletics. No previous military experience required!
POSITIONS AVAILABLE & PROGRAM MENTORS: (Click position title to see FULL job description and application)
A key component of the fellowship program includes a commitment to helping each successful candidate to develop as a professional.
This includes:Â
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        "I will forever be grateful for my time as the Athletics Administration Fellow at Army. The role allowed me to hone skills I had already developed during my years in compliance, while also forcing me to step out of my comfort zone. The insight I gained from working directly with Mike Buddie, academy and the athletics senior leadership team was invaluable. I'll never be able to thank Mike enough for his trust and confidence in me."Â
                                      - Briana Vargas, Director of Administration at RealResponseÂ
PROGRAM LENGTH:
This is a one-year commitment with a renewable second year. Upon the successful completion of this program, each fellow will receive a certificate of completion signed by Director of Athletics, Mike Buddie.
COMPENSATION:
To apply, please visit Employment Opportunities and search "Fellow" in the search bar. If you have any questions or technical difficulties applying, please contact Sydney Griffin at sydney.griffin@westpoint.edu.
ABOUT ARMY WEST POINT:Â
The United States Military Academy is renowned as the preeminent leadership development institution in the world. The Army West Point Athletic Association Inc. is a New York non-profit corporation organized to manage and support the 30 intercollegiate athletic programs at the Academy. The organization's mission is to provide an extraordinary NCAA Division I athletic experience that develops leaders of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country.
ARMY WEST POINT ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT:
To recruit, educate, train and inspire leaders of character who are committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country through an extraordinary Division I athletic experience.
FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM SUMMARY:Â
This program is intended to engage and cultivate young, aspiring athletic administrators to become leaders of the ever-changing landscape of college athletics. Fellows will gain experience in an FBS, Division I athletics department within the world's premier leader-development institution, the United States Military Academy. This program is designed to provide outstanding candidates a quality learning experience which will ultimately accelerate the traditional career path within or adjacent to college athletics. No previous military experience required!
POSITIONS AVAILABLE & PROGRAM MENTORS: (Click position title to see FULL job description and application)
- Administration Fellow: This position is charged with working on a wide range of department projects, events, and initiatives on behalf of the executive leadership. This individual is responsible for carrying out high level projects from initiation to completion, and communicating with executive staff members, coaches, cadet-athletes, and other constituents.
- External Operations and Revenue Generation Fellow: This position is charged with working independently as well as collaboratively on projects, initiatives, and events under the revenue generation umbrella. This includes assisting in areas of athletics fundraising, ticketing and overall financial management of each revenue stream.Â
- Internal Operations Fellow: This position is a valued member of the Internal Operations team and participates in the areas of event management, football operations, the execution of NCAA and conference championships, equipment operations, capital projects, facilities, and more.Â
- Strategic Communications and Engagement Fellow: This position is charged with working and contributing innovative ideas in areas of strategic communications and overall brand enhancement. This includes areas such as athletic communications, broadcasting, feature videos, marketing and social media strategies.
A key component of the fellowship program includes a commitment to helping each successful candidate to develop as a professional.
This includes:Â
- Monthly tailored development training sessions (Ex: guest speakers; educational sessions; self-awareness assessments; etc.)
- Special projects and volunteer opportunities in areas outside of assigned sub-departments
- Involvement opportunities in Army-Navy Star SeriesÂ
- Shadowing sport administratorsÂ
- One-on-one mentorship opportunitiesÂ
- Coordinating dignitaries and special guest visits to post Â
- Experience in project leadership and management Â
- Lead staff and teams in major department initiatives and eventsÂ
- Much more!
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                "I will forever be grateful for my time as the Athletics Administration Fellow at Army. The role allowed me to hone skills I had already developed during my years in compliance, while also forcing me to step out of my comfort zone. The insight I gained from working directly with Mike Buddie, academy and the athletics senior leadership team was invaluable. I'll never be able to thank Mike enough for his trust and confidence in me."Â
                                      - Briana Vargas, Director of Administration at RealResponseÂ
PROGRAM LENGTH:
This is a one-year commitment with a renewable second year. Upon the successful completion of this program, each fellow will receive a certificate of completion signed by Director of Athletics, Mike Buddie.
COMPENSATION:
- Limited to 40 hours per week; Hourly rate of $18/hour
- Enrollment Opportunities in AWPAA Benefits Program
- Rent Free and Convenient On-campus HousingÂ
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or higher preferred
- 2 years of relevant work, graduate program, internship, student, or volunteer experience within an intercollegiate athletics department or professional team
- Must be vaccinated for COVID-19
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must submit to a background check
To apply, please visit Employment Opportunities and search "Fellow" in the search bar. If you have any questions or technical difficulties applying, please contact Sydney Griffin at sydney.griffin@westpoint.edu.
ABOUT ARMY WEST POINT:Â
The United States Military Academy is renowned as the preeminent leadership development institution in the world. The Army West Point Athletic Association Inc. is a New York non-profit corporation organized to manage and support the 30 intercollegiate athletic programs at the Academy. The organization's mission is to provide an extraordinary NCAA Division I athletic experience that develops leaders of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country.
ARMY WEST POINT ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT:
To recruit, educate, train and inspire leaders of character who are committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country through an extraordinary Division I athletic experience.