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Live Team Intern - MLB The Show

San Diego, CA (Fully in Person)

An intern will research, create, test and help launch new game content with the Live Team. This usually requires working with content tools, databases and spreadsheets, while keeping up with the latest MLB news and trends. In addition, bringing in a passion for baseball history and statistics will be useful as we often adjust player attributes and grade players’ past performances for roster updates. We expect our team to maintain a collaborative spirit that encourages everyone to help find the right ideas and the best compromises.

Responsibilities:

  • Generate ideas, create designs, perform testing and launch new content in MLB The Show

  • Track and provide reports on baseball trends, and watch highlights from the current MLB season

  • Research baseball players and history, and source images to assist the Live Team

  • Learn to use content tools to build and test new content in MLB The Show

  • Monitor social media platforms and forums for feedback from MLB The Show fans

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited university, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Interactive Media/Video Games, Computer Science, Economics/Finance, Engineering/Math, Sports Management, Communications or related field

  • Projected to graduate between December 2024 – June 2025

  • Interest in the sport of baseball and a willingness to live and breathe it with the Live Team

  • Creative thinker with strong attention to detail

  • Quality written communication skills and the ability to convey abstract concepts

  • Positive attitude and a collaborative spirit in a group project setting

  • Knowledge of competitive products and various gameplay genres

  • Understanding of the key elements that create an engaging video game experience

  • Internships are available to students who are US citizens or international students with an F-1 visa

  • Must be available to work for 12 weeks from May – August or June – September

Cover Letter that highlights the following: Why do you want to be on the Live Team to work on Diamond Dynasty mode in MLB The Show? and What games you are currently playing and why?

Desired qualifications:

  • Experience in game or software development, especially UI/UX

  • Strong math, probability, statistics, communications or organizational skills

  • In-depth understanding of baseball rules, records, history and fantasy sports

  • Basic knowledge of coding, algorithms and computer logic

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The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$36.50—$36.50 USD

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