Job Posting: Oakland Athletics – Cape Cod Intern

Cape Cod Intern

Job Title: Cape Cod Intern
Department: Amateur Scouting
Reporting to: Assistant Director, Scouting & Baseball Operations
Job Classification: Part-time, nonexempt
Location (City, State): Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Description:
The Oakland Athletics are currently seeking a seasonal Cape Cod Intern for the Amateur Scouting department. This position will be responsible for the Oakland Athletics’ scouting coverage of the Cape Cod Baseball League during the summer of 2024.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate amateur baseball players and create scouting reports on their current skills and projection of potential future skills.
  • Produce, curate, and analyze video and other relevant data for targeted baseball prospects. 
  • Establish relationships with coaches within the Cape Cod Baseball League to acquire pertinent information regarding player health and scheduling.
  • Effectively communicate player updates to internal stakeholders. 
  • Develop and maintain a detailed schedule to ensure appropriate coverage of players and teams across the Cape Cod Baseball League.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • High degree of baseball acumen and understanding of evaluating baseball skills. 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences.
  • Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
  • Experience working with video equipment. 
  • Flexibility to work extensive hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary to follow the Cape Cod Baseball League games. 
  • Must have access to reliable transportation and housing accommodations in the region. 

The Oakland A’s diversity statement:
Diversity Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are in our organizational DNA. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – on and off the field. Together, we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates belonging and amplifies diverse voices. Combining a collaborative and innovative work environment with talented and diverse team members, we’ve created a workforce in which every team member has the tools to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Consideration:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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