Job Posting: Marlins Baseball Analytics Intern (Full-Season)

Job Title: Intern, Baseball Analytics

Department: Baseball Operations
Reports To: Director of Analytics
Location: Jupiter, Florida
Job Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Position Summary:
The Analytics Intern will assist Baseball Operations decision-making through the analysis and facilitation of baseball information. The specific day-to-day responsibilities of this position will vary depending on the baseball calendar, but will revolve around analyzing and troubleshooting baseball data. A competitive candidate will be an excellent communicator and possess an established foundation of analytical skills. The position will report to the Director of Analytics.

Essential Functions:

  • Facilitate information flows and effectively communicate analytical products across departments.
  • Expand upon Marlins analytical strategy by creating new applications and reports.
  • Improve and refine existing processes for the Baseball Operations Department.
  • Perform ad-hoc research projects as requested.
  • Present analysis and research results in a complete, concise, and engaging manner.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to self-direct.
  • Demonstrated baseball research, experience visualizing data, and/or strong technical acumen.
  • Ability to communicate baseball analytics concepts to individuals with diverse baseball backgrounds, including coaches, scouts, and executives.
  • Understanding of and passion for the game of baseball.
  • High level of familiarity with the current state of baseball research.
  • Ability to work extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays from February – October 2020.

Suggested Education & Experience:

  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in a field that emphasizes analytical problem solving skills, such as mathematics, computer science, engineering, law, or medicine.
  • Understanding of advanced forecasting techniques is strongly preferred.
  • Meaningful work experience with Tableau, SQL Server, R, and/or Python is strongly preferred.
  • Understanding of the governing documents of Major League Baseball, such as the Official Baseball Rules, is strongly preferred.
  • Ability and desire to learn other programming languages as needed.
  • Baseball/softball playing experience is a plus.

To Apply:
Please apply with your resume, cover letter, and other supporting materials (relevant past projects) on TeamWork Online here.

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Meg is the managing editor of FanGraphs and the co-host of Effectively Wild. Prior to joining FanGraphs, her work appeared at Baseball Prospectus, Lookout Landing, and Just A Bit Outside. You can follow her on twitter @megrowler.

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