Sports Jobs in Texas

Sports jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand for coaches, athletic trainers, sports marketing professionals, and operations staff working with professional franchises, collegiate programs, and youth and recreational organizations. Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin lead hiring, with major employers including the Dallas Cowboys, the Houston Rockets, and the University of Texas Athletics. The most in-demand specialties in Texas right now are strength and conditioning, sports media, and athletic training at both the professional and Division I collegiate levels. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles154+
Top employerAcademy Sports + Outdoors
Top cityKaty, TX
Cities hiring55
Work type100% On-site
Top industryE-Commerce

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Texas Children's Hospital
Sports Physical Therapist
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Texas Children's Hospital
Added 3d ago
Sports Physical Therapist
Texas Children's Hospital
Katy, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Sam Houston State University
Assistant Professor of Sport Management
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Sam Houston State University
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Assistant Professor of Sport Management
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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Baylor Scott & White Health
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
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Baylor Scott & White Health
Added 2w ago
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
Baylor Scott & White Health
Killeen, Texas
Medical Specialists
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, Texas
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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Houston Methodist
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
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Houston Methodist
Added 2w ago
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
Houston Methodist
Cypress, Texas
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Allied Health
Physicians
Customer Success
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Sports Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Katy
37 jobs
Houston
13 jobs
San Antonio
13 jobs
Austin
8 jobs
Dallas
6 jobs
Lubbock
4 jobs
Pflugerville
4 jobs
Cypress
3 jobs
Edinburg
3 jobs

Sports Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Academy Sports + Outdoors
    Academy Sports + Outdoors101
  • Pflugerville Independent School District
    Pflugerville Independent School District4
  • Houston Methodist
    Houston Methodist3
  • SCHREINER UNIVERSITY
    SCHREINER UNIVERSITY3
  • Clarendon College
    Clarendon College2

Top Industries Hiring

  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces100
  • Education36
  • Healthcare & Medical Services14
  • Retail4
  • Non-Profit & Social Services3

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sports jobs across Texas.

  • Valid Texas Athletic Trainer licensure issued by the Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in kinesiology, sports management, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with a collegiate, professional, or elite amateur sports organization
  • Proficiency in sports analytics platforms, video review software, or performance tracking tools
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating across coaching staff, medical personnel, and athletes
  • CPR and first aid certification current and maintained throughout employment

Sports Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sports professional in Texas?

The path depends on the specific sports role you are targeting. Athletic trainers in Texas must hold a license from the Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers, which requires an accredited degree and passing the Board of Certification exam. Coaches at public schools typically need a Texas teaching certificate with a coaching endorsement through the Texas Education Agency. Sports management and operations roles generally require a relevant bachelor's degree and direct experience with a team, athletic department, or sports business.

Which companies hire sports professionals in Texas?

Employers hiring sports professionals in Texas right now include Academy Sports + Outdoors, Pflugerville Independent School District, and Houston Methodist, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of professional franchises, major university athletic programs, and large regional sports media outlets makes it one of the deepest hiring markets for sports careers in the country.

Which Texas cities have the most sports jobs?

Katy, Houston, and San Antonio have the most sports job openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth's density of professional franchises and corporate sports sponsorship teams drives the largest share of listings, while Houston's major league clubs and Houston-area universities generate consistent demand, and Austin's fast-growing sports business and media scene has expanded hiring significantly in recent years.

Are there remote sports jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they are limited. Most sports roles in Texas require on-site presence for game-day operations, coaching, athletic training, and facility management. About 0% of sports openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions are concentrated in sports media, content production, analytics, and marketing functions where the work is desk-based rather than court- or field-side.

How can I get hired as a sports professional in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is an internship or graduate assistantship with a Texas university athletic department, where programs at schools such as the University of Texas, Texas A&M, and Baylor regularly onboard candidates without professional experience. Entry-level roles in game-day operations, equipment management, or sports communications are common first steps. Completing a Texas Athletic Trainers licensure or earning a coaching endorsement through the Texas Education Agency gives candidates a credential edge for roles that might otherwise require experience.

Where can I find and apply to sports jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to sports jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across professional teams, collegiate programs, sports media, and related organizations. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.

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