Intern - Athlete Availability

Role Overview

The Milwaukee Brewers High-Performance Department is seeking an intern to support the application of sports science and athlete monitoring. This role involves assisting with various assessments such as GPS, force plates, fitness testing, HRV monitoring, sprint profiling, and motion capture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to High Performance staff during setup and operation of athlete performance testing and monitoring.
• Assist in collecting data for athlete assessments including GPS tracking, force plate usage, cardiorespiratory tests, heart rate variability monitoring, sprint speed and force-velocity profiling, VALD Dynamo tests, and motion capture procedures.
• Adhere to established protocols to maintain consistency and reliability of data collection.

Candidate Profile

• Must be in final semester of an undergraduate program or recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in Sport Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Biology, Physiology, Strength and Conditioning, Athletic Training, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in baseball-related roles is highly desirable.
• Understanding of anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, sports medicine, motor control, or neurophysiology.
• Familiarity with applied technologies used in player performance assessment and monitoring, such as AMS, force plates, Excel, Power BI, and Tableau, preferred.
• Basic knowledge of baseball is an advantage.

Team Mission

Our team aims to be a cornerstone in an athlete-focused, integrated high-performance model that supports athlete development through data-driven decisions, research grounding, and scientific methods. We prioritize problem-solving, critical thinking, and compassionate inquiry within our department.

Learning Opportunities

• Hands-on experience in a high-performance multidisciplinary setting.
• Exposure to diverse technologies and methodologies pertaining to physical capacity, athlete readiness, and workload monitoring.
• Opportunity to collaborate with players across various developmental levels within the Milwaukee Brewers organization.

Work Culture and Perks

We foster a purpose-driven environment committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation. Our culture emphasizes respect, professional growth, and embracing diverse perspectives while operating at the highest standards.

• Access to an online platform for personal and professional learning.
• Participation in a mentoring program with training and a Brewers mentor assigned.
• Engagement with Business Resource Groups.
• Paid leave available for volunteer activities.
• Inclusive training and development in line with the Club's values.
• Promotional giveaways and exclusive discounts.