Job Posting: Inside Edge Baseball Operations Intern

Position: Inside Edge Baseball Operations Intern

Location: Minneapolis

About Inside Edge:
Inside Edge Scouting Services specializes in data capture and analytics down to the finest details of every Major League game. Major League clubs, media, and other clients subscribe to our real-time pitch-by-pitch data, custom-tailored reports, and advanced analytic tools to gain an edge on their competition. We provide an exciting, fast-paced work environment and an opportunity to get started on a career in baseball and differentiate yourself from other job seekers. Past interns have gone on to positions with both Major League clubs and media organizations.

Description:
Candidates filling this position will gain valuable experience with technologies and processes increasing their qualifications to work in baseball and the broader sports industry. College and / or professional baseball playing experience is a plus. Hires can expect to begin training March 14, and the position will run until the end of the 2016 season. Interns will need to make a commitment to working most nights, weekends, and holidays over the course of the season.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in a rigorous training program before the season starts.
  • Use Inside Edge software to enter and crosscheck live pitch and scoring data.
  • Mark actions to be reviewed by supervisors.
  • Add, review, and update qualitative player notes.
  • Review video replay ensuring integrity of charted data.
  • Update internal Inside Edge logs and databases.
  • Generate end of game reports.

Qualifications:

  • Candidates need a strong understanding of both the basics and subtleties of baseball games.
  • Ability to quickly and accurately recognize pitch types and locations.
  • Ability to quickly and accurately recognize scoring data.

Compensation:
This position is compensated.

To Apply:
Please email Andrew Pautz.





Paul Swydan used to be the managing editor of The Hardball Times, a writer and editor for FanGraphs and a writer for Boston.com and The Boston Globe. Now, he owns The Silver Unicorn Bookstore, an independent bookstore in Acton, Mass. Follow him on Twitter @Swydan. Follow the store @SilUnicornActon.

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AHume92member
8 years ago

Does this position require physical presenece in Minneapolis?

Andrew Pautz
8 years ago
Reply to  AHume92

Sorry for any confusion. Our office is located in Minneapolis, and the position does require moving here for the season.