Updated: May 12, 2009, 2:23 PM ET

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Trying to find a gig in sports? We can help.

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Finding any new job today is an accomplishment. Finding a gig in sports, where you can rub shoulders with your heroes? Monumental. Especially if you haven't mapped a path to your dream job. But we can help. Thanks to our choose-your-own-adventure-esque approach to career-building. So pick a jumping-off point below based on your interests. Then see where it leads. It's your move.

KEY: M: Major | S: Salary or Range |
HPW: Hours per week

Contributors: Morty Ain, Sam Alipour, Amanda Angel, Alejandro De Los Rios, Sean Evans, Molly Knight, Laura Lane, Eddie Matz, Stacey Pressman, Dan Reilly, Jon Robinson


You just graduated. You just lost your job. You just can't stand what you're doing any longer. Whatever the reason, you're at a crossroads, slicked-up résumé in hand, and looking for direction. You've always loved sports, but you aren't sure how your skill set fits in. Here's some basic advice: Start with a basic question …

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