Data Analyst Intern

FC Cincinnati • Cincinnati, OH

5d

About The Position

As a Data Analyst Intern, you will assist the Lead Data Scientist, Soccer Analytics with pre- and post-game match reports, opposition analysis, and other projects. The role provides data-driven insights and support to enhance team performance and decision-making. You will work an average of 15 hours per week. Weekend, evening, and holiday hours may be required. This is a paid internship, and college credit is available. The position is allotted for the 2027 MLS Sprint Season, which runs from February through April. Continued employment during the 2027–2028 season may be possible, depending on organizational needs and individual performance.

FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 2015, the club joined MLS in 2019 and describes its mission as uniting the community on and off the pitch. The club says it is committed to ongoing growth and company culture, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Sports Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical mindset and familiarity with data analysis tools, including R and Python.
• Experience with data visualization tools, including Tableau and PowerBI.
• Familiarity and experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of databases, SQL, and APIs for working 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-paced schedule.
• Prior work experience with data science, databasing, statistics, or sports.
• Passion for soccer and familiarity with soccer rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Aggregate and process data to analyze the overall quality of the game.
• Analyze event and tracking data for macro-level trends.
• Produce compelling, illustrative, user-friendly reports that are concise and informative.
• Support existing and ongoing projects.
• Provide support across the soccer department, including ad hoc requests from coaches and other department directors.
• Assist the Lead Data Scientist, Soccer Analytics with pre- and post-game match reports and opposition analysis.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• College credit opportunities.
• FCC welcome gifts.
• Resume and profile reviews.
• Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC.
• Discount on team store merchandise.
• Community volunteer opportunities.
• Job shadow opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern