Scouting Intern

Position:	Scouting Intern
Department:	Domestic Scouting
Reporting Manager:	Assistant Director, Scouting & Baseball Operations
Status:	Seasonal (January - November)
Job Classification:	Non-Exempt
Location:	West Sacramento, CA

About the A's:

The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.

In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.

The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.

Description:
The A’s are hiring a seasonal Scouting Intern to support the Amateur, Professional and International Scouting Departments. This position will assist with all aspects of scouting, ranging from collecting, aggregating, and presenting amateur prospect data, serving as a conduit between scouts, supervisors, and special assistants and the front office, and helping coordinate the meetings for the First-Year Player Draft. The ideal candidate will seamlessly integrate into the scouting workflow while demonstrating strong office skills and both qualitative and quantitative reasoning. This position will be based out of West Sacramento, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Update internal and external systems with prospect profiles, video, and requisite information in preparation for First-Year Player Draft and International Signing Period
• Assist with expenses and travel for amateur scouting department and various front office personnel
• Serve as lead in preparation and facilitation of the draft room
• Aid in coordination of A’s sponsored workouts
• Aid in the training of new scout hires on use of internal software, external platforms, expense reimbursement policies and expectations and timeline for collection and submission of information
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university
• Must be available from January through November 2026
• Excellent verbal communication and problem-solving skills 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Some travel required

The A’s Social Impact & Belonging Statement:

Social Impact & Belonging are in our organizational DNA. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – on and off the field. Together, we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates belonging and amplifies all voices. Combining a collaborative and innovative work environment with talented team members, we've created a workforce in which every team member has the tools to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Consideration:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

The Athletics (often referred to as the A's) are an American professional baseball team based in West Sacramento, California. The Athletics compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) West Division. The team is playing its home games at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento for the 2025–2027 seasons before its planned relocation to the Las Vegas metropolitan area. While in West Sacramento, the team is being referred to as simply the "Athletics" and "A's", with no city name attached. The franchise's nine World Series championships, fifteen pennants, and seventeen division titles are the second most in the AL after the New York Yankees.