The University of Edinburgh – Sport Management Student Placement Programme

We are inviting sports organisations across the public and private sectors to host a 2nd year Sport Management student for a 6-week professional placement. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the development of future sport professionals while gaining fresh perspectives and support within your organisation.

Placement Details

  • Dates: Monday 16 February – Friday 27 March 2026
  • Time Commitment: 35–40 hours per week

About the Students

Our students are studying BSc (Hons) Sport Management and will have completed the following modules before placement:

  • The Sport Industry
  • Sport Marketing and Sponsorship
  • Sport History
  • Sport and Society
  • Sports Operations Management

They bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a strong foundation in sport business and operations.

What Students Can Do

Placement roles are flexible and can include a wide range of activities, such as:

  • Social media and communications
  • Performance data analysis
  • Event planning and delivery
  • Ticketing and matchday operations
  • Sports development initiatives
  • Facility operations and scheduling
  • General management and organisational support

If your organisation facilitates or manages any aspect of sport, we’d love to hear from you.

Research Project Component

Each student will complete a small research project during their placement. This involves:

  • Collecting and analysing data within your organisation
  • Producing a research report based on their findings

This project is designed to be mutually beneficial, offering insights and reflections that may support your organisation’s goals.

Support and Supervision

We ask host organisations to provide:

  • A designated supervisor to assign tasks and oversee the student’s work
  • Opportunities for the student to engage meaningfully with your operations

Our placement team will support both students and host organisations throughout the placement, with open communication and regular touch points, to ensure a smooth and rewarding experience.

Interested in Hosting a Student?

If you’d like to offer a placement or learn more, please get in touch:

Dr. Bronwyn Sumption

Bronwyn.sumption@ed.ac.uk

We look forward to working with you to create a meaningful and impactful placement experience.

Date published: 18 September 2025
Date updated: 24 September 2025

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