New Partnership between Keystone Sports and the Global Career Center
A Strategic Collaboration to Expand OPT Opportunities for International Student-Athletes in the United States
Keystone Sports, the sports division of Keystone Education Group, is proud to announce a new partnership with Global Career Center (GCC), a leading organisation that connects education with employment opportunities in the United States.
This strategic collaboration supports international student-athletes in their transition from university to professional careers in the US through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) programmes.
Global Career Center works with educational institutions worldwide, companies across a wide range of industries, and students of all ages. GCC specialises in linking education with real-world work experience through programme development, comprehensive support services, and hands-on learning opportunities. The organisation is recognised internationally for bridging the gap between academic study and professional careers.
Career Transition Support for Student-Athletes through CPT and OPT Programmes
Keystone Sports and GCC share a common aim: helping international student-athletes successfully move from university to professional careers in the United States. Through this partnership, student-athletes will gain access to CPT and OPT opportunities with companies across multiple sectors. Key locations include New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, with additional hubs in Atlanta, Metro Detroit, and Phoenix. This creates a clear route from graduation to meaningful employment for international students.
Supporting International Student-Athletes’ Career Success beyond Graduation
The partnership focuses on the Internship Placement and Employability Services for International Students programme, which enables student-athletes to gain first-hand knowledge, build professional networks, and experience the global workplace as an extension of their studies.
The programme is tailored to each student’s area of study and runs during a pre-determined academic period, with a personalised placement process and timeframe aligned to the academic calendar. This comprehensive approach ensures that student-athletes can balance their sporting commitments, academic requirements, and professional development seamlessly.
“We’re excited to partner with 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 programme and how it can support your career after graduation, contact Keystone Sports.
About Global Career Center
Global Career Center (GCC) works with educational institutions worldwide, companies across various industries, and students of all ages. GCC specialises in connecting education with real-world work experience through programme development, comprehensive support services, and hands-on learning opportunities.
About Keystone Sports
Keystone Sports is the college sports recruitment division of Keystone Education Group. With extensive experience and expertise in sports scholarships and college athletics, Keystone Sports helps international athletes combine university studies in the US with sporting performance at the highest level.
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