New partnership between Keystone Sports and Global Career Center
A Strategic Partnership to Expand OPT Opportunities for International Student-Athletes in the U.S
Keystone Sports, the sport division of Keystone Education Group, is proud to announce a new partnership with The Global Career Center (GCC), a leading organization that connects education with employment opportunities in the United States.
This strategic collaboration helps international student-athletes transition from college to successful careers in the U.S. through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) programs.
The Global Career Center works with educational institutions worldwide, companies across various industries, and students of all ages. GCC specializes in connecting education with real-world work experience through program development, comprehensive support services, and hands-on learning opportunities. The organization is recognized globally for bridging the gap between classroom learning and professional careers.
Career Transition Support for Student-Athletes Through CPT and OPT Programs
Keystone Sports and GCC share the same goal: helping international student-athletes successfully transition from college to professional careers in the United States. Through this partnership, student-athletes will have access to CPT and OPT opportunities with companies across multiple industries. Primary locations include New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, with additional locations in Atlanta, Metro Detroit, and Phoenix. This creates a clear path from graduation to meaningful employment for international students.
Supporting International Student-Athletes' Career Success Beyond Graduation
The partnership centers around the Internship Placement and Employability Services for International Students program, which allows student-athletes to gain first-hand knowledge, build professional connections, and experience the global workplace as an extension of their studies.
The program is aligned with each student’s area of study and takes place during a pre-determined academic period, with a personalized placement process and timeframe that works with the academic calendar. This comprehensive approach ensures that student-athletes can balance their athletic commitments, academic requirements, and professional development seamlessly.
“We’re excited to partner with the Global Career Center to give our international student-athletes a clearer pathway from college to professional life in the US. At Keystone Sports, we’ve always focused on creating opportunities that combine education and athletics. Some of our student-athletes have been doing internships and some even OPT after graduating. We believe that partnering with Global Career Center will ensure that many more of our student-athletes will obtain valuable work-experience and apply their knowledge from school. This is a great way to continue their journey beyond the playing field and into meaningful careers,” said Kim Moe Krohn, VP Keystone Sports
For more information about the Internship Placement and Employability Services for International Students program and how it can support your career after graduation, contact Keystone Sports.
About Global Career Center
The Global Career Center (GCC) works with educational institutions worldwide, companies across various industries, and students of all ages. GCC specializes in connecting education with real-world work experience through program development, comprehensive support services, and hands-on learning opportunities.
About Keystone Sports
Keystone Sports is a college sports recruiting division of Keystone Education Group. With extensive experience and knowledge in sports scholarships and the college sports field, Keystone Sports helps international athletes to combine college studies in the U.S. with sport practice at the highest level.
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