<p>Great topic, and it hits very close to home. While I see athletics helping some athletes, it is not universal in its appeal to all employers. Son is a senior Ivy starting baseball pitcher, and engineering & material science major. He has an engineering job offer as a result of a junior summer internship. My sense of it is that athletics did not play a part in opening the door open or getting the offer. I’m sure they looked at it favorably, but it was not the primary or secondary reason. It was his education, work ethic, and alumni network. </p>
<p>He’s been interviewing with other international companies, and I’m curious to see if his athletic background comes into play. My guess is that it will matter very little. My son did not play college summer baseball at all. It was his choice, and the coach supported him. He worked internships for job experience & income every summer.</p>
<p>PS…Best of luck to your son stemit. We’ll see you in a few months.</p>