READING, Pa.- Penn State Berks athletic department announces the partnership with Podium X this afternoon. This partnership is designed to help Penn State Berks athletes prepare for their time outside of athletics with career development resources and access to different job and internship opportunities.

Through the partnership, student-athletes will have access to Podium X's professional profiles, resume-building tools, AI-powered career assistance, interview preparation, and other resources designed to help them identify and communicate the valuable skills developed through their collegiate athletic experience.

"We want career preparation to be an active part of the student-athlete experience at Penn State Berks," said Penn State Berks Athletic Director Barry Beal. "This partnership gives our students accessible tools to build a resume, prepare for an interview and pursue internships and jobs. It's a practical investment in their futures and in the support we provide as an athletics department."

The Podium X platform is designed specifically to help athletes translate their experiences into career opportunities. Student-athletes can build professional profiles that showcase their academic, athletic, leadership, and work experiences; create and customize resumes; explore and apply for jobs and internships; and use AI-powered tools for cover letters, interview preparation, thank-you notes, resume optimization, and more.

"We are incredibly proud to partner with Penn State Berks and support their commitment to the whole student-athlete," said Ann Schulz, President and Co-Founder of Podium X. "What really stands out to us is their focus on preparing student-athletes not just for success during college, but for what comes next. We're excited to support their student-athletes with resources that help them recognize the value of their experiences, tell their stories, and approach their futures with confidence."

Podium X is a premier athlete career development platform designed by experts in career services, staffing, talent management, and human resources. With more than 37,000 athletes on the platform, Podium X offers a comprehensive suite of tools and resources to support athletes throughout the career development and recruitment process while helping them build their professional brands and prepare for opportunities beyond athletics.