What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Baseball Systems and Analytics position at USA Baseball?
As the Baseball Systems and Analytics Intern, you will report to the Coordinator of Systems and Analytics. This internship at USA Baseball is an essential role within the Technology and Analytics Department, supporting both the Prospect Development Pipeline (PDP) and USA Baseball’s development and national team programs.
The PDP is a collaborative effort between USA Baseball and the Commissioner’s Office that establishes an official identification and player development pathway for amateur baseball players in the United States. Athletes participating in the PDP undergo unique baseball and athletic assessments using state of the art technology as a part of the most comprehensive evaluative experience in any sport. This position will be responsible for organizing aggregate data from PDP evaluations and unifying various digital resources and assets to create personalized Player Reports sent to all participating athletes.
Additionally, The Baseball Systems & Analytics intern will support a range of USA Baseball player identification and development programs and initiatives. USA Baseball’s National Training Complex (NTC) in Cary, N.C. is equipped with the latest Trackman V3 radar and data collection capabilities. The Trackman radar system allows USA Baseball to enhance its evaluation and selection processes as well as assist in player development and training by adding in individual pitch and hit tracking data. This internship position will work with both large and small datasets to build player reports, identify trends, support player identification and selection processes, and develop tools to enhance USA Baseball’s implementation and understanding of athlete performance data.
Anticipated Start Date: May 2025
Anticipated End Date: August 2025
Anticipated End Date: August 2025
POSITION DETAILS
- Full-time hours (40 hours/week)
- On-Site
- Based in Cary, NC with a fully dedicated workstation during standard business hours
- Domestic travel involved in this position (all travel costs covered by USA Baseball)
- USA Baseball has 2 Intern, Baseball Systems and Analytics positions
IN THIS ROLE
- You will aggregate and analyze athlete performance data to support player evaluation and development efforts.
- You will create and distribute personalized Player Reports for PDP participants, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- You will query databases, clean datasets, and generate insights to assist in athlete identification and program improvement.
- You will develop dashboards and tools to monitor data quality and identify areas for improvement.
- You will communicate with athletes, families, and stakeholders to coordinate logistics and share reports.
- You will operate and manage advanced baseball technology systems like TrackMan and Rapsodo to support data collection, analysis, and player evaluation.
- You will suggest and implement improvements for analytics processes and reporting systems.
- You will attend events to manage technology and gather data, contributing to USA Baseball’s player development initiatives.
- You will manage and operate USA Baseball's TrackMan systems.
QUALIFICATIONS
- You are currently pursuing or have recently completed a bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, communications, technology, or a related field.
- You are proficient in coding languages such as R and Python, with experience building dashboards or visualizations in R Shiny and R Markdown.
- You have a strong interest in sports science, data analytics, player development, and player safety initiatives, paired with a passion for baseball.
- You demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to streamline and interpret diverse data sets.
- You possess advanced quantitative analysis and computing skills.
- You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.
- You exhibit a positive attitude and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- You can relocate to the Raleigh/Durham/Cary, NC area for the duration of the internship.
- You can successfully complete a background check prior to employment.
Preferred
- You have prior experience with Rapsodo, Diamond Kinetics, Trackman, or similar baseball technologies.
- You have experience supporting a team or coaching staff within a data analytics department.
- You are skilled in processing, editing, and sharing high-speed video clips.
- You can effectively utilize emerging technologies in baseball to achieve team goals.
COMPENSATION
- Hourly
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of USA Baseball to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Discrimination and unlawful harassment are not tolerated at USA Baseball.
USA Baseball is dedicated to building an authentic and inclusive workplace. If you are interested in an open position but are hesitant to apply because of your experience, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be a great fit for USA Baseball and the right candidate for this position or other roles in our organization.
ABOUT USA BASEBALL
With its international headquarters located in Cary, North Carolina, USA Baseball is the national governing body for baseball in the United States and has been committed to serving, protecting, and supporting the game and its 15.6 million participants since 1978. As a member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC), its national teams have won a combined 69 gold medals in international competition. Off the diamond, the organization is dedicated to the proliferation and health of the sport through the creation and management of numerous development initiatives including BASE (Baseball Athlete Safety Education), Fun At Bat, Pitch Smart, PLAY BALL, and the Prospect Development Pipeline. Additionally, USA Baseball annually honors the top amateur baseball player in the country with the Golden Spikes Award. For more information on the organization, its national teams, and development-driven initiatives, visit the official website USABaseball.com or USABDevelops.com.
USA Baseball is dedicated to building an authentic and inclusive workplace. If you are interested in an open position but are hesitant to apply because of your experience, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be a great fit for USA Baseball and the right candidate for this position or other roles in our organization.
ABOUT USA BASEBALL
With its international headquarters located in Cary, North Carolina, USA Baseball is the national governing body for baseball in the United States and has been committed to serving, protecting, and supporting the game and its 15.6 million participants since 1978. As a member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC), its national teams have won a combined 69 gold medals in international competition. Off the diamond, the organization is dedicated to the proliferation and health of the sport through the creation and management of numerous development initiatives including BASE (Baseball Athlete Safety Education), Fun At Bat, Pitch Smart, PLAY BALL, and the Prospect Development Pipeline. Additionally, USA Baseball annually honors the top amateur baseball player in the country with the Golden Spikes Award. For more information on the organization, its national teams, and development-driven initiatives, visit the official website USABaseball.com or USABDevelops.com.
Due to the high volume of resumes received, we regret that we are unable to update candidates on the status of their application. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please note that USA Baseball's offices will be closed for operations from November 27 to 29, 2024, and from December 23, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Candidates may experience delayed responses from hiring managers during these breaks.
Please note that USA Baseball's offices will be closed for operations from November 27 to 29, 2024, and from December 23, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Candidates may experience delayed responses from hiring managers during these breaks.
