from Amazon
Monday, March 19, 2007
Psst… wanna work for the Cleveland Indians?
Tell ‘em “I heard it from Tango”:
Here’s the blurb:
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The Cleveland Indians are currently scouting for a summer Intern in Baseball Analytics to work in our Baseball Operations Department. This individual will report to the Assistant General Manager and Director of Baseball Operations while assisting both the Baseball and Information Systems Departments.
The intern will primarily focus on compiling and analyzing data to assist the department in its development of various statistical and financial models, in addition to performing other baseball-related research projects. Other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, minor league game-charting, filing, copying, preparing daily press clippings, and general administrative support of baseball department.
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with a diverse team of sports professionals and possess exceptional organizational and computer skills. Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or other database software, and proficiency in statistical analysis software packages (STATA, SAS, SPSS) are required. Candidates with a degree (undergrad or graduate) or extensive background in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Econometrics, Economics, or Finance are preferred. A familiarity with current baseball research and analytics is also preferred.
The internship runs from June through the end of the baseball season (can work to accommodate students with school commitments in September) and requires that the intern-who is expected to work long hours including many evenings and weekends throughout the summer-relocate to Cleveland, OH for that time. A monthly stipend and housing assistance are provided. If you are passionate about baseball, possess the necessary skills to succeed, and are driven to work in Major League Baseball, we want to hear from you today! Please forward resume, and cover letter to . EOE.
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The gang over at the Indians are a good bunch of guys.
Tom
Where was this 5 years ago when I would actually have been able to do it? Live in Cleveland, work for the Indians, play around with SPSS, and get paid? I’m tempted to do it now…