Job Title: Data Analyst Intern
Department: Technical Staff
Reports to: Lead Data Scientist, Soccer Analytics
Job Summary
As a Data Analyst Intern, you will assist the Lead Data Scientist, Soccer Analytics in various aspects of the role, including pre and post-game match reports, opposition analysis, and additional projects as needed. Your role will be instrumental in providing valuable insights and data-driven support to enhance team performance and decision-making. This position will work an average of 15 hours a week. There may be weekend, evenings, and holiday hours. This is a paid internship and college credit is available.
Please note this position is allotted for the 2027 MLS Sprint Season, which runs from February through April. However, there may be an opportunity for continued employment during the 2027–2028 season based on organizational needs and individual performance.
What You’ll Do
Aggregate and process data for analysis of the overall quality of the game
Analyze both event and tracking data for macro-level trends
Produce compelling, illustrative and user-friendly (concise, informative) reports
Provide support to existing and on-going projects
Provide support across the entire soccer department, including ad hoc requests from coaches and other department directors
What You’ll Bring
Strong Analytical mindset and familiarity with data analysis tools including R and Python
Experience working with Data Visualization tools including Tableau and PowerBI
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Familiarity and experience with all Microsoft Office Products
Knowledge of databases, SQL and API’s to work with data from multiple sources
Attention to detail, strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment with a variety of stakeholders
Good time management and organizational skills to keep up with a fast pace schedule
What You’ll Need
Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Sports Science or a related field
Prior work experience with data science, databasing, statistics or sports
Passion for soccer and familiarity with soccer rules and regulations
Why You’ll Love FCC
FCC welcome gifts
Resume and profile reviews
Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC
Discount off team store merchandise
Community volunteer opportunities
College credit opportunities
Job shadow opportunities
About FCC
Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community. FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.
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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
