About the role#
The Intern, Prospect Development Pipeline (PDP) Operations reports to the Coordinator, PDP Operations. You will support the day-to-day operations of the Prospect Development Pipeline, a collaborative initiative between USA Baseball and Major League Baseball. This role involves immersive experience in player development, data collection, and event operations. You will work with a team of interns to facilitate on-site operations and conduct assessments for top amateur baseball talent across the United States.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the planning and execution of PDP events, including athletic assessments and on-field gameplay.
- Travel domestically to regional and national events to facilitate operations.
- Collect and analyze performance data using technology such as OptoJump, RightEye, VALD ForceDecks, Rapsodo, and TrackMan.
- Provide insights to athletes, coaches, and scouts regarding assessment and performance data.
- Support post-event data aggregation and analysis to inform athlete development.
- Identify areas for program growth, including the integration of emerging technologies and data management strategies.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Experience in baseball as a player, coach, manager, or administrator and a passion for the sport.
- Strong organizational, logistical, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive Suite, and Adobe programs, with strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Interest in sports science and player development.
- Ability to thrive in a team setting with strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational needs.
- Willingness to travel to USA Baseball and third-party events throughout the United States.
- Ability to relocate to the Durham/Cary, NC area.
- Prior experience in sports event management or sport performance is preferred.
- Familiarity with baseball operations software such as Rapsodo, Diamond Kinetics, or Trackman is preferred.
- Ability to successfully complete a background check.
Location & details#
- Location: Cary, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May to August).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time (40+ hours per week).
- Compensation: Paid (hourly).
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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