
Summer Paid Intern - Data Science
Seattle Mariners
Seattle, WAThis is a Part Time Paid Internship
Department: Baseball Operations
Reports To: Manager, Data Science
Status: Hourly, Non-exempt
Timeline: Preference will be given to candidates who can start by January 1, 2027 or sooner, and work through mid-October 2027.
Primary Objective: Responsible for supporting all areas of baseball operations through baseball-related data science, including statistical modeling, research, visualizations, and other projects.
Essential Functions:
• Statistical modeling and analysis of a variety of data sources including Trackman, Hawkeye, and proprietary data sets.
• Ad hoc queries and quantitative research.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree preferred. Public research and work experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements if approved by management.
• A strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and/or engineering required.
• Proficiency in programming with either R, Python, or Julia required.
• Proficiency with SQL preferred.
• Track record of original baseball research or other sports research preferred.
• Experience building and interpreting predictive models preferred.
• Experience working with AI programming tools, such as Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, or Copilot welcomed.
Salary/Benefits
$23.00 /hour USD
The anticipated pay for this seasonal role is $23 per hour.
Benefits
• Paid public transportation
• Merchandise discounts
• Special access to baseball games and other public events
• Exclusive employee incentives