Sports Product Industry Connections

The Sports Product Management program is a hub for connecting sports and outdoor product companies and professionals.


Globally Connected

We connect with the sports and outdoor product industry on a local and global level.

Our advisory board of senior executives continually shapes the program's content and direction to align with industry needs. Advisory board members represent the following companies:

  • Arc'teryx
  • adidas
  • Brooks
  • Camelbak
  • Columbia
  • Dakine
  • Handful
  • Hydro Flask
  • New Balance
  • Nike
  • Skechers Performance Division
  • Sorel
  • Under Armour
  • Yakima

Industry Mentors

Our sports and outdoor product industry connections mean each step of our students' journeys is rich with meaningful and vibrant opportunities.

It starts with each student being assigned their own industry mentor. Mentors are introduced to students during the first term to start building an advisory relationship. Mentors are available to ensure students feel supported in their questions about the industry and how to best reach their career goals.

Become an Industry Mentor


Industry Internships

To further enhance industry engagement, students in the Portland-based onsite program complete an internship that immerses them in a sports or outdoor product company in the United States or abroad.

Interested in Providing an Internship?


Industry Events

Join us for a networking event, panel, or speaker series.

Event: Global Footwear and Apparel Traceability Summit Series
Oct 17
Global Footwear and Apparel Traceability Summit Series 6:00 p.m.

The University of Oregon's Sports Product Management Program, in collaboration with the Dynamic Sustainability Lab at Syracuse University, presents a groundbreaking new summit...
Global Footwear and Apparel Traceability Summit Series
October 17–18
6:00–8:30 p.m.
UO Portland Northeast Campus

The University of Oregon's Sports Product Management Program, in collaboration with the Dynamic Sustainability Lab at Syracuse University, presents a groundbreaking new summit advancing supply chain traceability in the footwear and apparel industries.

Industry leaders will convene for this inaugural event exploring and establishing best practices in global traceability in the sports product and apparel market while promoting compliance with emerging regulatory requirements.

Designed as a pre-competitive space, this summit will galvanize participants across the industry to collectively craft industry standards, ensuring transparency and accountability across the supply chain.

Learn More | Register

Event: Global Footwear and Apparel Traceability Summit Series
Oct 18
Global Footwear and Apparel Traceability Summit Series

The University of Oregon's Sports Product Management Program, in collaboration with the Dynamic Sustainability Lab at Syracuse University, presents a groundbreaking new summit...
Global Footwear and Apparel Traceability Summit Series
October 17–18
UO Portland Northeast Campus

The University of Oregon's Sports Product Management Program, in collaboration with the Dynamic Sustainability Lab at Syracuse University, presents a groundbreaking new summit advancing supply chain traceability in the footwear and apparel industries.

Industry leaders will convene for this inaugural event exploring and establishing best practices in global traceability in the sports product and apparel market while promoting compliance with emerging regulatory requirements.

Designed as a pre-competitive space, this summit will galvanize participants across the industry to collectively craft industry standards, ensuring transparency and accountability across the supply chain.

Learn More | Register

Event: BizCareers in Outdoor, Apparel, and Sustainability
Nov 7
BizCareers in Outdoor, Apparel, and Sustainability 5:30 p.m.

Mohr Career Services and UO Sports Product Management Program invites you to join one of our most popular events of the year. BizCareers in Outdoor, Apparel, and...
BizCareers in Outdoor, Apparel, and Sustainability
November 7
5:30–8:00 p.m.
Lillis Business Complex 182 and Atrium

Mohr Career Services and UO Sports Product Management Program invites you to join one of our most popular events of the year. BizCareers in Outdoor, Apparel, and Sustainability features companies and opportunities in the Outdoor, Apparel, and Sustainability industry. This two part event begins with an alumni panel discussion followed by networking event to meet company representatives for career exploration. Students attend the ALUMNI PANEL discussion at 5:30pm in Lillis 182 to learn about career paths and what skills and experience you can gain now to be a competitive applicant. Companies and students attend the NETWORKING MIXER at 6:30pm-8pm in Lillis Atrium immediately after the panel discussion for some refreshments and the opportunity to expand your network of employer connections and learn about immediate opportunities for internships and full-time jobs. Hors d'oeuvres and other refreshments will be provided.

Alumni Panel Speakers: (to be announced soon)