Charlotte, NC, October 22, 2025
News Summary
Nine Carolina student-athletes participated in a Career Trek to Charlotte, gaining insights about various career paths through visits to Accenture, Wells Fargo, and the FBI. The event fostered essential networking skills, culminating in a sports industry panel at the ACC headquarters, where they learned about breaking into the sports industry from leading professionals.
Charlotte
Nine Carolina student-athletes participated in a Career Trek to Charlotte focused on networking with professionals across various industries. The event provided valuable insights and off-the-field preparation for life after graduation.
Visit to Accenture
The day began with a visit to Accenture, a global information and technology company with over 779,000 employees. Accenture serves more than 9,000 clients in over 120 countries and partners with more than 350 organizations. During their visit, student-athletes explored developmental programs and deployment strategies, experiencing a day in the life of an analyst while learning about future business strategies and client engagement.
Engagement at Wells Fargo
The second stop was at Wells Fargo, a sponsor of Carolina Athletics. At Wells Fargo, student-athletes learned about different lines of business, including finance and banking. Team members from Wells Fargo shared insights into their roles, career paths, and professional development opportunities. The visit included an open networking session and a tour of the trading floor. Student-athlete Sabino Portella found the trading floor experience to be eye-opening due to its energy and focus.
Learning at the FBI
In the afternoon, the group visited the FBI to learn about government and public administration careers. Students participated in physical fitness exam demonstrations, SWAT/ERT weapons presentations, and one-on-one discussions with FBI employees. Emilie Maihs from the women’s soccer team expressed interest in pursuing a career as an FBI agent after the visit.
Sports Industry Panel
The day concluded with a sports industry panel at the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) headquarters. Panelists included professionals from NASCAR, ESPN, the MKTG Agency, the Charlotte Sports Commission, and the Carolina Panthers. Student-athletes received insights into breaking into the sports industry and the importance of networking and adaptability. Portella emphasized the transferability of skills developed as student-athletes to future careers, which motivated the group to strategically build connections and explore new career opportunities after graduation.
Conclusion
The Career Trek to Charlotte not only enlightened the student-athletes about various career paths but also fostered essential networking skills that will serve them well as they transition into their professional lives after their athletic careers.
FAQ
What was the purpose of the Career Trek in Charlotte?
The event focused on networking with professionals across various industries and provided valuable insights and off-the-field preparation for life after graduation.
Where did the students visit during the Career Trek?
The trip included stops at Accenture, Wells Fargo, and the FBI, with a conclusion at the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) headquarters.
What type of experiences did the student-athletes gain at Accenture?
They explored developmental programs, deployment strategies, and learned about future business strategies and client engagement.
What did student-athletes learn at Wells Fargo?
They learned about different lines of business including finance and banking, career paths, and professional development opportunities during a networking session and tour of the trading floor.
What activities were included during the FBI visit?
Students participated in physical fitness exam demonstrations, SWAT/ERT weapons presentations, and one-on-one discussions with FBI employees.
Who participated in the sports industry panel?
Panelists included professionals from NASCAR, ESPN, MKTG Agency, Charlotte Sports Commission, and the Carolina Panthers.
Key Features of the Career Trek
| Site Visited | Activities | Insights Gained |
|---|---|---|
| Accenture | Explored developmental programs, engaged with analysts | Understanding business strategies and client engagement |
| Wells Fargo | Toured trading floor, attended networking session | Insights into various business lines and roles |
| FBI | Physical fitness test demonstrations, weapon presentations | Careers in government and public administration |
| ACC Headquarters | Industry panel discussion | Insights into breaking into the sports industry |
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Additional Resources
- Tar Heels Take on Charlotte for Career Trek Experience
- Wikipedia: Career Development
- ACC Hosts Second Annual Career Trek
- Google Search: Career Trek Events
- Student-Athletes Further Professional Development via Career Trek to Charlotte
- Google Scholar: Student Athlete Career Development
- FBI Charlotte Hosts ACC Student-Athletes
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Career Opportunities
- Women’s Lacrosse Career Networking Trek
- Google News: Career Development for Athletes
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