About the role#
The Intern, Data Quality & Reporting supports the day-to-day operations of the Prospect Development Pipeline (PDP), a collaborative initiative between USA Baseball and Major League Baseball. This role focuses on the aggregation, organization, and analysis of athlete performance data collected during PDP events. You will ensure data accuracy across multiple systems and contribute to the evolution of analytics efforts while supporting sport performance initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Aggregate and organize athlete performance data collected at PDP events.
- Generate and distribute personalized Player Reports for participating athletes.
- Query databases and software applications to extract data from multiple systems.
- Create reports and dashboards to monitor data accuracy, identify errors, and track quality metrics.
- Communicate with athletes and families regarding scheduling, event logistics, and report delivery.
- Collaborate with Major League Baseball staff on player registration and data management.
- Serve as a resource for MLB Club Scouts, USA Baseball Program Directors, and National Team Coaches.
- Identify areas for future growth in data management and reporting processes.
What you'll need#
- Experience within baseball and a passion for the sport.
- Interest in sports science, data analytics, player development, and player safety.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
- Experience using coding languages such as R or SQL.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.
- Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong time management and communication skills.
- Background in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience with baseball technologies like Rapsodo, Diamond Kinetics, or TrackMan is preferred.
- Ability to successfully complete a background check prior to employment.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship based in Cary, North Carolina.
- You must be willing to relocate to the Raleigh/Durham/Cary area for the duration of the term.
- The internship runs during Summer 2027, with a start date between May and June 1, 2027.
- Potential domestic travel may be required, with all travel costs covered by USA Baseball.
About USA Baseball
USA Baseball serves as the national governing body for amateur baseball in the United States. Founded in 1978, the organization acts as the commissioner office for the sport and maintains membership with the U.S. Olympic Committee. It supports more than 12 million amateur players through its various member organizations. The nonprofit is based in Cary, North Carolina, and maintains a staff of 443 employees.
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