A better path for former athletes to launch meaningful careers after sports
Leaving sports doesn’t mean leaving behind what made you successful. Discipline. Accountability. Team-first mentality. The ability to perform under pressure.
The challenge for many former athletes isn’t talent, it’s access. Finding jobs for former athletes that actually value athletic experience (instead of seeing it as “non-traditional”) can feel overwhelming.
That’s exactly why Shift Group exists.
Shift Group is built specifically to help former athletes transition into meaningful careers by connecting them with companies that intentionally want to hire athletes because they know the value athletes bring.
Why Traditional Job Boards Don’t Work for Former Athletes
Most job boards weren’t built with athletes in mind.
They prioritize:
Linear resumes
Traditional career paths
Industry-specific experience over potential
Former athletes are often overlooked, even though they possess the exact traits companies need to build high-performing teams.
Shift Group flips that model.
Instead of asking athletes to “fit” into the traditional job market, we built a system where companies come specifically to hire athletes.
The Shift Group Job Board: Built Exclusively for Former Athletes
At the center of Shift Group is an exclusive job board designed for one purpose:
connecting former athletes with companies actively seeking to hire them.
Every role on the platform comes from a company that:
Understands the value of athletic experience
Has partnered with Shift Group intentionally
Is open to developing talent, not just checking boxes
This isn’t a public job board. You won’t find these roles on LinkedIn or Indeed.
Companies partner with Shift Group because they want candidates who are:
Coachable
Resilient
Accountable
Comfortable with feedback and performance expectations
And they know athletes consistently deliver on those traits.
Career Paths Shift Group Supports
Shift Group focuses on general business careers where former athletes consistently thrive and grow long-term.
These include:
1. Business Development & Growth Roles
Athletes excel in roles that reward effort, preparation, and consistency. These positions often involve relationship-building, problem-solving, and performance-based goals, all familiar territory for former competitors.
2. Operations & Strategy
From managing processes to supporting cross-functional teams, athletes bring structure, adaptability, and execution skills that are critical in operational environments.
3. Finance & Business Analytics
Detail-oriented, disciplined roles where preparation and accountability matter. Former athletes who enjoy structure and performance metrics often find strong alignment here.
4. Product & Project Management
Athletes are trained to understand systems, roles, and execution. These careers leverage communication, leadership, and the ability to keep teams aligned toward a shared objective.
5. Human Resources
Former athletes understand team dynamics, motivation, and performance, making them strong contributors in roles centered around people, culture, and development.
Shift Group doesn’t push athletes into one lane. Instead, we help them understand where their strengths translate best and connect them with companies aligned to that path.
More Than Jobs: How Shift Group Prepares Athletes for Career Success
Finding jobs for former athletes isn’t just about access, it’s about preparation.
Shift Group supports athletes by helping them:
Translate athletic experience into business language
Understand expectations in a professional environment
Build confidence navigating interviews and career decisions
Learn how different business functions actually work
This ensures that when athletes land roles through the platform, they’re not just hired, they’re set up to succeed.
The Best Place to Find Jobs for Former Athletes
Your career after sports isn’t a backup plan, it’s the next chapter.
Shift Group exists to make sure former athletes:
Aren’t overlooked
Aren’t forced into the wrong roles
And aren’t navigating the transition alone
If you’re searching for jobs for former athletes, there’s no better place to start than a platform built specifically for you, and backed by companies that believe in what athletes bring.
Explore careers through Shift Group and take the next step after sports with confidence.
About Shift Group:
Shift Group is the premier talent platform for building high-performing teams. We turn the experience of athletes and veterans into business-ready skills, delivering a steady pipeline of qualified, pre-vetted candidates with the mindset, discipline, and work ethic to make an immediate impact.
For companies: Our platform accelerates sourcing and hiring, reduces risk, and improves retention and time-to-productivity. The result is a more efficient, data-driven hiring process and a competitive edge built on proven talent.
For athletes and veterans: We’re your partner in career transition. From functional skill training to interview prep and job placement, we guide you step-by-step. Our platform teaches you how to leverage your unique background and story through video to stand out to employers. And our curated job board gives you direct access to top opportunities, helping you launch a career that matters.
Shift Group connects elite talent with companies that value drive, resilience, and leadership, creating high-performing teams and meaningful careers.
