John Hilinski
Brookline,MA
Summary
Former NCAA Division I student-athlete at UCLA, with a proven track record of leadership, discipline, and elite-level teamwork. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Sports Administration to leverage diverse operational experience gained across both professional and collegiate sports environments. Committed to advancing the future of intercollegiate athletics through a career in strategic athletic administration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Facilities and Operations Intern
Boston College
Boston, Massachusetts
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated intercollegiate team and event activities at various athletic facilities to establish an engaging and safe atmosphere.
Bruin Athletic Council Member
UCLA Athletics
Los Angeles, California
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with peers to enhance student engagement in athletics programs.
- Participated in meetings to discuss and develop strategic goals for athletics.
NCAA Division 1 Athlete
UCLA
Los Angeles
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Dedicated 40+ hours each week to practice, weight-training, film, and recovery.
Intern
National Sports Forum
San Diego, California
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted in organizing events for sports industry professionals and stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2025
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MASkills
- Event coordination
- Team collaboration
- Customer engagement
- Strategic planning
- Public speaking
- Project management
Accomplishments
Big Ten Spring Academic Honor Roll (2024)
Timeline
Athletic Facilities and Operations Intern
Boston College
01.2026 - Current
Bruin Athletic Council Member
UCLA Athletics
09.2024 - 06.2025
NCAA Division 1 Athlete
UCLA
08.2022 - 06.2025
Intern
National Sports Forum
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Los Angeles
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Boston College