Direct links to applications (please see job details below):

Pro Player Analyst
Developer-Baseball Systems

Pro Player Analyst

Location: Kauffman Stadium, One Royal Way, Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America

Job Summary: The Kansas City Royals Baseball Club is seeking a highly motivated and creative analyst to join the organization. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Research & Development/Player Personnel and the Director of Pro Personnel & Strategy, the analyst will be involved in several stages of the player evaluation process to meet the needs of the organization. The successful applicant will leverage baseball data to provide a competitive edge when evaluating players for the Kansas City Royals. This role will be located in Kansas City, MO.

Position Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Provide data driven insights to help evaluate both pitchers and position players.
• Collaborate with other analysts and Baseball Operations personnel to provide support at all stages of the player evaluation process
• Query and organize data to effectively communicate
• Perform ad-hoc analysis to assist in decision making processes
• Work to create, advance, and or maintain machine learning models

Position Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Required:

• 4-year degree or equivalent experience in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related quantitative field
• Proficiency with SQL and R to query and organize data from large databases
• Strong understanding of advanced baseball metrics to evaluate players
• Interpersonal and communication skills to seamlessly interact with front office, analysts, scouts, and other Baseball Operations personnel
• Familiarity with the landscape of Major League Baseball. e.g. teams, affiliates, rosters, prospects, free agents, etc.
• Ability to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours during the baseball season

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of published baseball research and or experience ranking / evaluating players
• Intimate knowledge of MLB rosters, farm systems, free agency, and all things involving player personnel
• Experience with machine learning and modeling techniques to extract actionable insights within large data sets

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift items weighing as much as 25 pounds
• Must be able to work in a seated position for majority of workday
• Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer keyboard and telephone
• Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times
• Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, concourse, etc.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by deadlines and event scheduling

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This role is a Full-Time, Exempt opportunity that is eligible for Company Benefits, 401K, and PTO. This role is expected to have a standard 40-hour work week.

To Apply:
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Developer-Baseball Systems

Location: Kauffman Stadium, One Royal Way, Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America – Virtual

Job Summary: The Kansas City Royals Baseball Club is seeking a highly motivated developer to work with our group of Developers to support baseball operations. The ideal applicant will be able to manage multiple concurrent projects that facilitate enhanced communications, reporting, and other interactions between teams internal to the organization. At this time, we are open to the possibility of Remote work for the right candidate.

Position Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Assist in development tasks and data operations
• Help with system administration of database and web servers
• Assist in daily task monitoring to ensure data health, quality assurance, and reliability of systems
• Automate reports and other tasks that are used on a regular basis
• Support schema and testing of databases of various sizes
• Maintain and support existing code across various languages and frameworks
• Develop, test, and optimize performance and accuracy of scripts used to calculate derived data
• Design, build, and deploy new features for organizational web applications
• Automate, manage, and report data lifecycle based on retention and storage requirements
• Explore novel tools to visualize data and explore models by implementing UI/UX in HTML, CSS, JavaScript/Vue.js
• Develop responsive front-end designs suitable for multiple devices and screen sizes
• Collaborate with baseball operations staff to create and improve internal analysis and informational tools.
• Help ensure that systems and solutions are in line with organizational objectives

Position Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Required:

• 4 year degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field or equivalent experience is required
• Ability to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours during the baseball season is a must
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels
• Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of work materials and issues as appropriate
• Experience with the following tools, platforms, and business data is required:
• Two years of experience with Python
• Strong knowledge of SQL
• Strong knowledge of Django, Flask, or similar
• Basic administration of UNIX-based servers (Linux, Mac, etc.)
• Managing cloud resources on AWS or a similar platform
• Interest in and knowledge of UI/UX and web development technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript, Vue.js, Vite, ChartJS
• Experience with the following tools, platforms and business data is preferred:
• Business intelligence experience is a plus
• Baseball knowledge and exposure to baseball statistics

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift items weighing as much as 25 pounds
• Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer keyboard and telephone
• Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times
• Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, concourse, etc.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by deadlines and event scheduling

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This role is a Full-Time, Exempt opportunity that is eligible for Company Benefits, 401K, and PTO. This role is expected to have a standard 40-hour work week.

To Apply:
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2025 Analyst, Baseball Operations

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Primary Purpose
The Cleveland Guardians Baseball Operations department is seeking analysts who are creative, curious, and collaborative teammates who enjoy tackling unique and challenging problems. The analyst role supports multiple departments (Player Development, Pro/Amateur/International Acquisitions, and the Major League team) with analysis and the practical application of evidence and research-based tools, resources, and processes to help facilitate their work.

Core Job Functions
Analysts are expected to work in a fast-paced team environment and communicate effectively with various organizational stakeholders. The bullets below are intended to capture major realms in which work might be focused, although the Analyst’s time spent across each area may differ based on their skillset, interests, and the team’s needs.

• Analysis:
  • Facilitate and conduct evidence-based analysis in support of each department.
  • Communicate findings to key stakeholders across the organization.
• Development:
  • Work collaboratively with Baseball Research and Development to uncover actionable insights across Hitting, Pitching, and Defense/Base-Running.
  • Work collaboratively with Baseball Systems to build and manage software products that directly drive our internal processes.
  • Support the application and education across departments of evidence-based practices & organizational philosophies.
• Baseball Operations:
  • Facilitate and conduct analysis to support strategic planning.
  • Provide general ad-hoc support across baseball operations.

We know that historically marginalized groups – including people of color, women, people from working class backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQ – are less likely to apply unless and until they meet every requirement for a job. We encourage you to reach out if you have questions about the role or your qualifications. We are happy to help you feel ready to apply!

Basic Requirements

• Ability to craft and articulate a compelling message to others in both written and verbal form.
• Collaborative and able to succeed in a team-oriented environment.
• An ability to build and maintain relationships with a broad range of baseball operations employees, including but not limited to scouts, coaches, and front office members.
• Relentlessly curious and open-minded with a track record of evidence-based and divergent thinking.
• Working knowledge of cutting-edge, publicly available baseball research.
• Willing to frequently work nights, weekends, and holidays—particularly during the season.
• Expected relocation to Cleveland and travel to Arizona for Spring Training.
• Potential travel to Minor League affiliate teams.

Preferred Experience
While we don’t expect any candidate to meet every requirement, we’re looking for either a breadth of experience or deep expertise in a particular area. We’re considering applicants with a wide variety of past experiences.

• Demonstrated expertise in biomechanics, hitting analysis, pitching analysis, or sport science.
• Demonstrated understanding of statistics and experience carrying out quantitative analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with a database language such as SQL and a programming language such as R or Python.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus but not necessary.
• Bachelor’s degree or prior professional experience.

Organizational Requirements

• Reads, speaks, comprehends, and communicates English effectively in all communications.
• Represents the Cleveland Guardians in a positive fashion to all business partners and the general public.
• Ability to develop and maintain successful working relationships with members of the Front Office.
• Ability to act according to the organizational values and service excellence at all times.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Ability to walk, sit or stand for an entire shift.
• Ability to work extended days and hours, including holidays and weekends.
• Ability to move throughout all areas and levels of the Ballpark.
• Ability to work in a diverse and changing environment.
• Occasional physical activity such as lifting and carrying boxes up to 25 lbs.

At the Cleveland Guardians, we are all about creating an inclusive environment that brings out the best in everyone. It is a big part of who we are, how we compete, and how we make an impact in our community. We want every employee to feel like they truly belong here.

We also know that people from historically underserved groups—like women and people of color—sometimes hesitate to apply for jobs unless they check every single box on the qualifications list. We’re looking for the best person for the job, and we know that you might bring skills and experiences that aren’t exactly listed but could be a huge asset to our team. So, if this role excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification.

To Apply:
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MLB Draft League Data Coordinator
Appalachian League Data Coordinator

MLB Draft League Data Coordinator

Description:
The MLB Draft League is seeking highly qualified associates to work and support the League’s day-to-day operations, ranging from player development to data collection and dissemination. MLB has partnered with Prep Baseball to operate one of the nation’s premier summer collegiate baseball leagues. Data Coordinators support the data capture, research and distribution throughout the League. The position’s focus is to aid in player development and operational support of the League. Positions will report to the Managing Director and work closely with other key League personnel. Positions run from June 1, 2025, to Sept. 5, 2025, and compensation will be a stipend and housing for the summer.

Responsibilities:

• Manage play-by-play, video and technology equipment for data capture, including MLB Gameday/TrackMan at road games and oversee AWRE/Synergy and the MLB Pitch Timer at home games.
• Serve as technology liaison for MLB Draft League teams, coaches, players, and other stakeholders.
• Manage Gameday play-by-play collection and provide thorough updates to MLB Support
• Assist coaches and players with access to data and reports daily, as well as ad hoc questions as presented.
• Coordinate with coaching staff for game preparation and advanced scouting of upcoming opponents.
• Track and update rosters and player information to communicate with MLB and data vendors as assigned.
• Facilitate scouting and live video collection of all games to coaching staff, players and league media personnel.
• Lead efforts to share and distribute knowledge and best practices of League apps like 643 Charts, Synergy, etc.
• Provide daily updates to staff and content partners (TrackMan, Synergy).
• Work with the rest of the content and social team to create, edit and deliver video playlists.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Travel with team for road games and support daily operations of home team.
• Answer ad-hoc research questions pertaining to player performance and game recaps.
• Other duties as assigned include 643 Charts distribution, umpire reports, etc.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and strong interest in baseball operations, amateur scouting, player development, and analytics.
• Proficiency with computers (Windows, Mac)
• Experience with baseball technology, playing or coaching experience is a plus.
• Must bring your own laptop computer.

Compensation:

• Stipend to be paid bi-weekly.
• The role requires availability outside of traditional work hours, including nights, weekends, and all home and road games, as the Data Coordinator will travel with the team.

Note: hours / working days are not limited to game days and the data coordinator is expected to be with the team for the entire season.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

Appalachian League Data Coordinator

Description:
The Appalachian League is seeking highly qualified associates to work and support day to day operations of the League, ranging from player development to data collection and dissemination. MLB has partnered with USA Baseball, to operate one of the nation’s premier developmental summer baseball leagues. Data Coordinators support the coaching staff, data capture, research, team front office and data distribution throughout the League. The position’s focus is to aid in player development and operational support of the League and your assigned team. Positions will report to the Managing Director and work closely with other key League and team personnel. Positions run from June 1, 2025, to Aug. 2, 2025, and compensation will be a stipend and housing for the summer.

Responsibilities:

• Manage play by play, video and technology equipment for data capture, including MLB Gameday/TrackMan at road games and oversee AWRE/Synergy and the MLB Pitch Timer at home games.
• Serve as technology liaison for Appalachian League teams, coaches, players and other stakeholders.
• Manage Gameday play by play collection and provide through updates to MLB Support and league personnel.
• Assist coaches and players with access to data and reports daily, as well as ad hoc questions as presented.
• Coordinate with coaching staff for game preparation and advanced scouting of upcoming opponents.
• Track and update rosters and player information to communicate with MLB and data vendors as assigned.
• Facilitate scouting and live video collection of all games to coaching staff, players and league personnel.
• Lead efforts to share and distribute knowledge and best practices of League apps like 643 Charts, Synergy, etc.
• Provide daily updates to staff and content partners (TrackMan, Synergy).
• Work with the rest of the content and social team to create, edit and deliver video playlists.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Travel with team for road games and support daily operations of home team.
• Answer ad-hoc research questions pertaining to player performance and game recaps.
• Verify data accuracy and video quality.
• Other duties as assigned like 643 Charts distribution, Umpire reports, etc.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and strong interest in baseball operations, amateur scouting, player development or baseball analytics.
• Proficiency with computers (Windows, Mac).
• Experience with baseball technology, playing or coaching experience is a plus.
• Must bring your own laptop computer.

Compensation:

• Stipend to be paid bi-weekly.
• Reimbursement for travel to and from your assigned team.
• The role requires availability outside of traditional work hours including nights, weekend, and all home and road games, as the Data Coordinator will travel with the team.

Note: hours / working days are not limited to game days and the data coordinator is expected to be with the team for the entire season.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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Full Time Analyst, Research and Development

Overview:
The Los Angeles Angels are seeking an Analyst to join the Baseball Operations’ Research & Development team. This position will focus on analyzing baseball-related data and researching baseball topics to help inform decisions. The ideal candidate has a strong background of technical skills with an understanding of baseball research concepts and modern gameplay and development strategies.

This position is also benefit-eligible including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K eligibility; employee contributions after 3 months, employer matching and safe harbor after 1 year and 1000 hours of employment and additional perks not listed above. The expected salary for this position can range from $80,000-$90,000. Final offers for this role will be made within the parameters of the salary range provided. Years of experience, skills, and other factors are considered when determining the salary offered.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating and improving models to help forecast various areas of baseball
• Write code and implement systems that increase the efficiency of the Baseball Operations department
• Perform ad-hoc research projects as requested and present results in a concise manner

Required Qualifications:

• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn and grow as an analyst and member of a baseball operations team
• Strong foundation in the application of statistical concepts to baseball data and the translation of data into actionable baseball recommendations
• Ability to communicate concepts to individuals with diverse baseball backgrounds, including coaches, scouts and executives
• Strong capabilities in R and/or Python
• Familiarity with popular data science and visualization libraries such as tidyverse, pandas, scikit-learn, xgboost, and others
• Proficiency in or clear ability to learn SQL
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as dictated by the baseball calendar

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrable independent baseball research
• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics or equivalent experience
• Ability to relocate to Anaheim, CA strongly preferred

Physical Demands:

• Ability to frequently sit for extended periods of time 
• Ability to occasionally work in inclement weather (when in stadium)
• Ability to traverse from office to stadium frequently
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The Angels believe that diversity contributes to a more enriched collective perspective and a better decision-making process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To Apply:
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Earlier this week, when Juan Soto agreed to a 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, I included a projection chart with some very pretty numbers. Now that the dust has settled on the seismic signing, I think it would be interesting to look a little bit deeper at Soto’s long-term projections, which reflect his possible place in baseball history beyond his immediate impact on the Mets.

This time, I’m including the full rest-of-career projections for Soto, along with the career totals should the projections be shockingly — and unrealistically — inaccurate.

Suffice it to say, that’s a line that would lead to an obvious Hall of Fame election during his first year on the ballot. Soto’s long-term projections have shot up quite a bit the last two seasons after his relative slump a couple years ago. After 2022, the season he was traded to the Padres, he dipped to a 146 wRC+ and 3.7 WAR — good enough numbers for the vast majority of the baseball world, but they felt a little underwhelming considering his earlier trajectory. After all, Soto is one of the few players to ever get Ted Williams as one of their near-age offensive comps.

This projection puts him right on pace to get to 3,000 hits, at just below a coin flip (43%). Among active players, only Freddie Freeman projects to finish with more career hits (3,012, 52% at 3,000). It’s also the first time Soto has hit the century mark in projected WAR. Just for fun, here’s a look at the projected career WAR leaders among active players from a decade ago, before 2015.

And here’s how it looks today.

Note that the Ohtani projection is only as a hitter.

Overall, Soto’s career projections give him a JAWS score of 74.4 – ZiPS projects JAWS natively these days – enough to rank him as the seventh-best right fielder in baseball history, sandwiched between Roberto Clemente and Al Kaline.

Those 583 projected home runs are the most among active players as well, giving Soto the best chance — a very slim shot — at reaching the career totals of Babe Ruth (714, 2%), Henry Aaron (755, 0.62%), and Barry Bonds (762, 0.55%). Soto is one of only three current hitters projected to finish with more than 500 homers; the other two, Judge and Ohtani, are both projected to finish at 549.

And since we’re saber-nerds, Soto is projected to seize the all-time walks record from Bonds. What’s even more shocking is that Soto’s projected walk total (2,797) is nearly double the projected total of Harper, who ranks second of the projected leaderboard among active players, with 1,489 walks. Soto also paces the all-time walks leaderboard for players through their age-25 season — by 99!

So, will this all come true? Probably not. But Juan Soto is a special hitter who is tremendously accomplished for a hitter still only in his mid-20s. There’s a reason that many of the wealthiest teams were bidding obscene amounts of money to get him.

After missing out on Blake Snell and losing a Juan Soto bidding war to their crosstown rivals, the Yankees landed a big free agent on Tuesday, signing left-handed pitcher Max Fried to an eight-year contract worth $218 million. Fried, a first-round pick in 2012 for the Padres, had spent his entire MLB career with the Atlanta Braves after being one of the big-name prospects included in the 2014 Justin Upton trade. Fried’s contract contains no opt-outs or elevator clauses or any fancy deferral schemes to bring down the total money. The Yankees are opening their wallets to pay one of the best pitchers available a whole lot of cash. Fried’s contract is the largest for a left-handed pitcher in baseball history.

After Fried was limited to just 14 starts in 2023 due to hamstring and forearm injuries, as well as a blister on his index finger, the lefty returned to the mound last season and pitched well enough and stayed healthy enough to max out his deal in free agency. Enough is the key here because, for the second straight season, Fried missed time with a forearm injury. The more recent one, which was diagnosed as ulnar neuritis, cost him a handful of starts in July, but he returned to the rotation the first week of August. He finished the regular season strong, posting a 2.99 FIP across his final 11 starts, though he faltered against the Padres in his lone playoff appearance. All told, Fried had a solid platform season, with a 3.25 ERA and 3.33 FIP in 174 1/3 innings over 29 starts, good for 3.4 WAR and peripherals right in line with his career numbers.

If I didn’t include the eight-year projections, some of you might picket my house and eat the local chili in vengeance, so here we go.

I’m actually a bit surprised at the bearishness of the projections; ZiPS is thinking he’s worth $120 million, which is shockingly low to me. Most likely it’s from a few things. ZiPS is likely seeing something similar to what’s reflected in his xERA, which was 3.64 last season, and his contact-against numbers have declined a bit. Also complicating matters are Fried’s four IL stints over the past two years — which are keeping his projected inning totals fairly conservative. Beyond that, ZiPS has a lot more excitement for Snell’s upside than it does for Fried’s steadiness. I tend to be more optimistic than ZiPS here.

Even if Fried falls short of being the 1B to Gerrit Cole’s 1A in the rotation, some kind of signing here was necessary for the Yankees after they lost out on Snell and failed to retain Soto. Sure, the rotation wasn’t the team’s biggest problem entering the offseason, but it wasn’t exactly a highlight, either. Even with an improved Carlos Rodón during his second season in pinstripes, as well as a Rookie of the Year campaign from Luis Gil, the Yankees’ rotation was right around league average in terms of WAR. Some of that middling production was due to Cole’s missing the first two and a half months of the season with elbow inflammation, which limited him to 95 innings. However, Cole is now 34, Rodón has a significant injury history, and Gil could be due for some regression. Nestor Cortes and Clarke Schmidt also missed time last season, and Marcus Stroman was inconsistent enough that he was booted from the rotation down the stretch and didn’t pitch in the postseason. Considering all of this, the Yankees were wise to add another dependable arm here, even if Fried’s forearm ailments are a bit concerning.

Maybe it’s just me, but it never felt like the Braves were really all-in on Fried this winter. With the conversion of Reynaldo López back to a full-time starter going successfully and Spencer Schwellenbach’s terrific debut (and very good projections), I’m guessing the team was happy to count on Spencer Strider’s return and a healthy Chris Sale to anchor the rotation.

The Yankees still have a lot to do to fill the Soto-sized hole in their lineup, but they needed to do more than just make up for his lost production. In signing Fried, they’ve fortified their rotation.

Last year’s Winter Meetings were a bit of a snooze until the end, but 2024’s kicked off in style with the biggest free agent this offseason, Juan Soto, signing a massive 15-year deal to join the New York Mets for what is likely to be the rest of his career. At $765 million, Soto’s new contract is the richest in the history of professional sports. The ifs, buts, and wherefors make the contract even richer, as Soto scores a signing bonus of $75 million immediately, has no money deferred, and even has an opt-out after the fifth season if he believes he can land something even more lucrative. The Mets do get the option to void Soto’s opt-out by adding $40 million to the value of the last decade of his contract.

The wildest thing is that it’s not really even much of an overpay. Some might compare it to contracts like the ones given to Albert Pujols or Miguel Cabrera, but those deals were given to significantly older players. Signing a player in his mid-20s rather than one in his late-20s or early-30s is a very big deal. First off, let’s run the numbers for Soto in Queens:

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Baseball Operations Associate Analyst

Department: Baseball Operations
Location: Arizona
Status: Part-Time; Non-Exempt
Duration: February 2025 – October 2025

Position Summary:
This individual will provide analytics and technology support serving staff both remote and on-site while helping to implement key organizational initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess technical skills, the ability to communicate effectively to non-technical people, and both passion and intellectual curiosity for the game of baseball.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide statistic analysis and quantitative research to support Player Development staff.
• Execute Minor League pre- and post-game reporting needs.
• Conduct research for ad-hoc requests from coaches & staff.
• Utilize technology and information to assess player strength sand areas of development.
• Ensure data upload and ingestion quality for Minor League Affiliate ball-tracking files.
• Support data collection needs, including but not limited to operating technologies like Trackman Portable, Blast, Rapsodo, Trackman.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Understanding of current baseball analytics topics.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Experience with Excel and SQL, R, or Python.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

At the Giants, we believe we put our best work forward when our employees bring together ideas that are diverse in thought. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition or disability, genetic condition, marital status, domestic partnership status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status and any other protected class under federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.

All employment applications are reviewed upon receipt.

To Apply:
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2025 Baseball Analytics Summer Intern
2025 Baseball Systems Summer Intern
2025 Baseball Operations Summer Intern

2025 Baseball Analytics Summer Intern

Location: Boston, MA, United States

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
Baseball Analytics supports the decision-making processes throughout Baseball Operations, including Player Valuation, Player Development and Major League Strategic Information. Core responsibilities include predictive modeling, long-term research, report creation, and delivering the output of one’s work in a clear and digestible manner.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Boston Red Sox are seeking a Baseball Analytics Intern for the team’s Baseball Analytics department for a portion of the 2025 summer period. The role will support all areas of Baseball Operations while working closely with Director of Baseball Analytics, and our team of analysts. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, intellectually curious environment and to impact player evaluation, acquisition, development and strategic decision making. This internship is for current college or graduate students pursuing a degree in an analytical field such as statistics, predictive analytics, data science, engineering, applied math, physics, quantitative social sciences, computer science, computer vision, or operations research.

This internship will run for 11 weeks. It will begin in May 2025 and end in August 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Statistical modeling and quantitative analysis of a variety of data sources, for the purpose of player evaluation, strategic decision-making, decision analysis, etc.
• Effectively present analyses through the use of written reports and data visualization to disseminate insights to members of the Baseball Operations leadership.
• Maintain working expertise of leading-edge analytics, including publicly available research and novel statistical approaches, in order to recommend new or emerging techniques, technologies, models, and algorithms.
• Other projects and related duties as directed by the Director, Baseball Analytics, and other members of Baseball Operations leadership.

COMPETENCIES:

• Aptitude for and ability to apply academic or applied experience in a quantitative field such as statistics, predictive analytics, data science, engineering, applied math, physics, quantitative social sciences, computer science, computer vision, and/or operations research.
• Understanding of modern statistical and machine learning methods and a proficiency with popular data science languages and libraries. 
• Practical understanding of how to approach research questions to drive actionable insights. 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an analytical field such as statistics, predictive analytics, data science, engineering, applied math, physics, quantitative social sciences, computer science, computer vision, or operations research.
• Proficiency with modern database technologies including SQL.
• Demonstrated experience with programming languages (e.g., R, Python).
• Exposure to probabilistic programming languages (e.g., Stan, PyMC3).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical ideas to non-technical audiences using data visualization.
• Attention to detail while also having the ability to work quickly and balance multiple priorities.
• Other programming and database skills are a plus.

In addition to the above requirements, all roles within Baseball Operations are expected to effectively demonstrate our universal competencies related to problem solving, teamwork, clarity of communication, and time management, along with embodying our culture of honesty, humility, relentlessness, and commitment to DEIB.

To Apply:
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2025 Baseball Systems Summer Intern

Location: Boston, MA, United States

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
Members of the Baseball Systems Team at the Boston Red Sox are focused on designing, building, and refining the software and data pipelines used within Baseball Operations. These tools and applications are an integral part of the decision-making process, are directly integrated in the workflows of all departments within Baseball Operations, and provide an efficient, consistent, and accessible experience when interacting with our internal data sources and applications.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Baseball Systems Summer Intern will be a contributing member of the baseball operations software development team and is responsible for the design and development of software solutions. This individual must have the ability to learn quickly and iterate toward good solutions. Asking questions, taking initiative, being persistent, and paying attention to details are all important qualities for this internship. This internship is for current college or graduate students pursuing a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or another similar field of study.

This internship will run for 11 weeks and is located in-person in Boston, MA. It will begin in May, 2025 and end in August, 2025. We will hire two interns: one in Software Development, and one in Data Engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create leading-edge baseball solutions together with the software development team and others on new and existing baseball systems.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of the software architecture and embrace a software engineering mindset.
• Actively participate with other software developers in design reviews, code reviews, and other best practices.
• Identify and implement creative solutions for technical challenges.

COMPETENCIES:

• Aptitude and ability to apply academic or applied experience in software development or data engineering related field.
• An understanding of front-end development and web applications.
• Ability to pick up quickly and think both creatively and critically to solve problems.
• A basic understanding of contemporary baseball and/or sports analysis and development practices.
• A team-player that collaborates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Some experience with JavaScript, Typescript, Python, C/C++, C#, or other programming languages.
• Some experience with SQL and database design.
• Some experience with design and documentation, testing and debugging, code reviews, and source control.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Comfortable using communication tools such as Slack and Trello.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Excellent time management skills.

In addition to the above requirements, all roles within Baseball Operations are expected to effectively demonstrate our universal competencies related to problem solving, teamwork, clarity of communication, and time management, along with embodying our culture of honesty, humility, relentlessness, and commitment to DEIB.

To Apply:
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2025 Baseball Operations Summer Intern

Location: Boston, MA, United States

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
The Operations group within Baseball Operations is focused on strategic planning, long-term initiatives, player valuation, talent acquisition and administrative management and logistics for the Major and Minor League rosters. We support and collaborate with multiple departments within Baseball Operations, utilizing efficient processes that contribute to informed decision making and long-term departmental growth.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Baseball Operations Intern will contribute to various facets of the operations domain, contributing to both daily function and longer-term growth of the department while enhancing expertise and building a strong foundation across the broader baseball operations infrastructure. The intern will support day-to-day processes and projects within the operations domain, including supporting the chief of staff and leadership, baseball strategy, baseball initiatives and both major and minor league operations, while also contributing to department wide initiatives and projects.

This internship will run for 11 weeks and is located in-person in Boston, MA. It will begin in May, 2025 and end in August, 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with day-to-day baseball operations including administrative duties, strategic initiatives, content development, logistical management and research.
• Prepare and maintain information and materials for key front office decision making and operation.
• Support content generation for leadership decision making and communication.
• Provide strategic and logistical support for important baseball events such as the MLB Draft and Trade Deadline.
• Operate and train critical player tracking and player development technology.
• Conduct market research relevant to emerging projects for baseball strategy and initiatives groups.
• Creatively pursue ways to improve operations processes and generate ideas for future team projects.
• Develop core baseball operations competencies through hands-on experience, education and mentorship. 

COMPETENCIES:

• Identify, analyze, and solve problems in a process-oriented manner thinking critically and strategically.
• Work effectively with others and communicate in a structured and organized manner.
• Decipher between tasks based on their urgency and focus on the highest leverage priorities.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of modern baseball metrics and contemporary player development practices.
• Apply a baseline understanding of key metrics and methodologies in day-to-day responsibilities.
• Aptitude for player analysis/evaluation and a knowledge of baseball markets and ecosystem across acquisition spaces.
• Ability to develop proficiency with cutting-edge technology within and outside of baseball.
• High level of attention to detail and proactivity in relation to our processes and organizational workflows.
• Ability to interact with analytics and predictive models to support department requests, conduct research, and apply to decision making.
• Commitment to personal and professional growth with the humility to learn and adapt.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to multitask in stressful situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SQL, R, Python is a plus, not required.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus, but not required.
• Current undergrad or graduate student entering their final year of studies is preferred, but open to all applicants.

In addition to the above requirements, all roles within Baseball Operations are expected to effectively demonstrate our universal competencies related to problem solving, teamwork, clarity of communication, and time management, along with embodying our culture of honesty, humility, relentlessness, and commitment to DEIB.

To Apply:
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Fellowship Opportunities: Baseball Operations, Pro Acquisitions, Player Development

DEPARTMENT: Baseball Operations, Pro Acquisitions, Player Development
ORGANIZATION: Chicago Cubs
LOCATION: Chicago; Arizona
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

BEING PART OF THE TEAM
Our business is a team sport that began on a field with baseballs and bats and has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands in sports and entertainment through Cubs baseball and live events. Our success is driven by our people, who work to create and inspire change in an engaging, collaborative and inclusive environment. As a team, we continue to build a culture on and off the field that delivers unforgettable experiences for one another, our fans and community. In support of that effort, we expect associates to work primarily in our office. Are you ready to be part of it?

OUR STORY
THE CHICAGO CUBS FRANCHISE is a charter member of Major League Baseball’s National League. Since 1876, the team has won the National League pennant 17 times and was the first team to win back-to-back World Series titles in the 1907 and 1908 seasons. In 2016, the Chicago Cubs made history again when the team won its first World Series in 108 years, ending the longest championship drought in North American sports. Known for its ivy-covered outfield walls, hand-operated scoreboard and famous Marquee sign, iconic Wrigley Field has been the home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916, making it the second oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball.

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE:
The Chicago Cubs’ Baseball Operations, Pro Acquisitions, and Player Development departments are seeking to potentially fill positions in the preidentified areas below. Candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and possess excellent communication skills with a strong attention to detail are encouraged to apply. The timeline to fill each position may vary and will be prioritized based on qualified candidate credentials.

Baseball Operations Fellow (Location: Chicago, IL)
Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with other members of Major League Operations, providing daily support to various Baseball Operations functions

• Prepare and maintain essential resources and materials for operation, evaluation, and decision making within the front office

• Perform research and analysis in support of Major League Operations including salary arbitration, contracts, free agency, roster transactions and management, and rules compliance

• Work alongside the Amateur Scouting and Pro Acquisitions departments in advance of the Rule 4 Draft, Trade Deadline, and other key transaction periods

• Carry out gameday duties as assigned by the Advance Scouting and Research & Development departments

• Conduct ad-hoc research and projects as assigned

Pro Acquisitions Fellow (Location: Chicago, IL)
Responsibilities:

• Follow and track the direction and strategies of certain Major League teams and identify potentially available players

• Produce in-depth player assessments on professional players, utilizing video and data

• Participate in the implementation and continuous improvement of acquisition processes, focusing on optimizing workflows, evaluation methods, decision support, and staff development

• Use analytical tools to identify and prioritize players for further analysis.

• Collaborate with Baseball Analytics, Baseball Sciences, and Baseball Systems to develop, refine, and implement player evaluation and acquisition tools

• Conduct research as assigned by leadership, providing quality assurance and control feedback and identifying areas for further exploration and development

• Collaborate with predictive modeling teams and incorporate analytical insights into decision-making processes

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Experience with SQL/R preferred

• Familiarity with advanced baseball statistics

• Demonstrated passion for baseball

• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays, in accordance with the baseball calendar and key events/transactional periods

• Ability to relocate and find housing in the Chicago area

Player Development Fellow (Location: Mesa, AZ)
Responsibilities:

• Assist the Player Development Department with a range of administrative tasks, including data collection, data entry, and various other responsibilities to support team operations

• Facilitate the onboarding process for newly acquired players, including those from the Rule 4 Draft, trades, international signings, and minor league free agency

• Collaborate with the Cubs’ Minor League Equipment staff to develop and maintain an effective inventory system and handle logistics needs

• Support player services by managing housing arrangements, ensuring nutritional needs are met, and addressing additional player welfare needs

• Ad hoc Player Development projects and research as assigned by Director, Player Development

• Aid in the implementation of Cubs’ life skills programs, which may include organizing trips to the bank, assisting with social services, and coordinating doctor’s appointments

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), familiarity with Google suite

• Valid Driver’s License

• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays, in accordance with the baseball calendar

• Ability to relocate to Mesa, AZ for duration of role

• Spanish proficiency preferred

Response Expectations:
Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, we unfortunately may not be able to respond in person to each applicant. However, we can assure you that you will receive an email confirmation when you apply as well as additional email notifications whether you are selected to move forward for the position or not. Please note, we keep all resumes on file and will contact you should we wish to schedule an interview with you.

The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

To Apply:
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