Job Posting: Chicago White Sox Player Development Affiliate Intern

Position: Player Development Affiliate Intern

Locations: Charlotte, NC; Birmingham, AL; Winston-Salem, NC; Kannapolis, NC; Glendale, AZ

Summary:
The Chicago White Sox are seeking multiple seasonal Player Development Affiliate Interns. This entry level opportunity will provide individuals with a wide range of experiences in professional baseball. These positions will assist with front office administrative projects and support Minor League coaching staffs at affiliate locations throughout the Minor League season.

Program Details:

  • Associates will be compensated on an hourly basis and are eligible for over-time
  • The position will take place at one of our 5 affiliate locations: Charlotte (AAA), Birmingham (AA), Winston-Salem (A+), Kannapolis (A), or Arizona (RK).
  • All positions will start during Minor League Spring Training and end upon the conclusion of the Minor League season with the potential of extending into Instructional League.
  • Candidates must be fully available for the duration of the internship (March – September).
  • Hours for this position may vary week-to-week; candidates must be available and prepared to work full time but irregular hours, including nights and weekends.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Directly support players and coaching staff with all video and information needs.
  • Film and chart each game and any early work requests.
  • Compile advanced scouting reports to be utilized prior to each series.
  • Manage the setup and operation of all baseball technology.
  • Travel with the team on all or most road trips.
  • Complete independent projects as assigned by player development/front office staff.

Qualifications:

  • Strong communication, organization skills, and eagerness to learn
  • Strong knowledge pertaining to information technology including proficiency with all Microsoft Office software
  • Knowledge of baseball technologies such as TrackMan, Rapsodo, Blast Motion, etc. is strongly encouraged
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, or holidays

Additional Skills:

  • On-field abilities (fungo, BP, flip, shag, etc.)
  • Advanced understanding of hitting/pitching biomechanics
  • Conversational Spanish
  • SQL/R/Python experience

To Apply:
Please email PDJobs@chisox.com with the subject line “PD Affiliate Intern” and include your resume and references.

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