It’s no secret – this year’s grads are facing one of the toughest job markets in recent history. Despite impressive resumes and degrees, many student-athletes are hitting a wall when it comes to landing interviews, let alone offers. Traditional job boards are overcrowded. Responses are few and far between. The process feels more like a numbers game than a strategic match.
Take it from one of our own: a Podium X intern recently applied to over 50 jobs on Handshake – and only heard back from two. Not because he lacked experience or polish, but because his application got buried in a sea of thousands.
This isn’t just his story. It’s the reality for thousands of athletes trying to launch their careers in a post-graduate world that feels more uncertain than ever.
Why Podium X Is Different for Grads
Here’s the good news: you already have the skills employers are searching for. Discipline. Teamwork. Leadership under pressure. Strategic thinking. The problem? Most job boards aren’t built to showcase that.
Podium X is.
We’ve created a platform that doesn’t just let you apply – it helps you stand out.
✔️ Your Podium is your power – Build your unique athletic profile in minutes using your background, experience, and education
✔️ AI-powered tools – Instantly generate personalized resumes, elevator pitches, thank-you notes, and more
✔️ Internal job applications – Apply directly to companies that have partnered with us because they specifically want to hire athletes
✔️ Instant matching – Customize your job preferences and let the platform show you roles you’re already aligned with
✔️ Track your progress – Stay organized with your own job board that tracks internal applications from start to finish
When You Apply Through Podium X, You’re Front and Center
Our employer partners aren’t just open to hiring athletes – they’re looking for them. When you apply through Podium X, you’re not one of thousands; you’re one of a few carefully matched candidates with the exact skills they want. Podium X curates active jobs. We don’t offer free job posts that can go unmonitored or abandoned – our job postings are new, active, and by companies who value the athlete experience.
We’ve designed our tools to make sure your application gets seen, understood, and appreciated. Because you’re not a generic resume, you’re a game-changer.
Ready to Apply?
Here’s how:
- Log in to your Podium X profile (or create one if you haven’t yet)
- Complete your Podium to Gold status (profile, resume, leadership/community experience)
- Head to your personalized Job Board
- Review roles under the Internal section—these are from companies actively hiring athletes
- Click “Apply Now” to submit with your pre-generated resume and Podium profile
No guessing games. Just real opportunities that recognize the value of your athletic background.
Your next chapter starts now.
You’re not just a recent grad. You’re an athlete.
And with Podium X, you’re #NotDoneWinning.s