Title: Major League Strategy Intern
Department: Baseball Development
Reports to: Manager, Major League Hitting Strategy
Status: Temporary Seasonal
Dates: 1/15/2025 - 10/31/2025
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Job Description
The Major League Strategy Intern will support the daily production of material that enhances the strategy and preparedness of Major League coaches and players. The Major League Strategy Intern will integrate critical thought, organizational research and resources to provide the highest quality information.
Responsibilities
Breakdown of responsibilities may vary depending on the background and strengths of the candidate. We hope to develop the selected individual based on their goals and how they can best help The Phillies. Previous responsibilities covered by this role and areas in which this role might be able to make an impact include:
- Production of advance reports and other material covering all aspects of opposing players and in-game strategy
- Research and analysis to guide player development at the Major League and Minor League levels
- Participation in group discussions to innovate and optimize internal processes
- Ad hoc projects to support Major League coaches and Baseball Development
- Assistance with carrying out player training and preparation routines
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Strong foundational knowledge in modern baseball analysis and evaluation
- Experience working in professional and/or collegiate baseball
- Strong oral, written and visual communication and presentation skills
- Able to work with and protect highly confidential information
- Able to interact professionally with players, coaches, front office and support staff
- Able to multitask and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
- Fluent or conversational Spanish
- Proficiency in SQL, R, and/or Python
- Experience working with sports technology, video and/or data collection
- Playing background and ability to support on-field work (batting practice, hitting fungos, infield routines, etc.) is preferred
- Experience building models and/or making rigorous predictions about on-field outcomes
- Experience interacting with statistical forecasts and providing information additive to existing processes
You will be required to answer the following question along with the submission of your application:
Who do you project to be the most valuable defender in MLB in 2025 and why? Please limit your response to 300 words.
The Phillies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and are committed to growing a workforce diverse in perspective and background. We proudly strive to build a group of employees who represent the fans and communities we currently, and aim to serve.
