Baseball Medicine Workshop

June 10-11, 2026 

Birmingham, AL

Major League Baseball is proud to partner with the American Sports Medicine Institute (“ASMI”) to host a two-day workshop in Birmingham, Alabama on June 10-11, 2026. Under the leadership of Dr. Glenn Fleisig (Director of Biomechanics Research), this foundational program is designed specifically for students and early-career professionals aspiring to excel in:

• Athletic Training
• Biomechanics
• Performance Science
• Physical Therapy
• Sports Medicine

This immersive cohort – limited to 20-25 participants – offers a deep dive into injury prevention and the fundamentals of baseball biomechanics. Beyond the classroom, the experience includes:

• On-Field Insight: Attendance at a Birmingham Barons minor league game.
• Cultural Connection: A guided visit to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, a Smithsonian Affiliate, to explore the vital history of the civil rights movement.

How to Apply

MLB is actively seeking candidates from clinics, colleges and universities, including HBCUs, to identify the next generation of sports medicine leaders.

Application Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2026

Please submit the following materials for consideration:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Personal Statement: Describe your interest, relevant experiences, and how this opportunity will assist your career goals (500 words or less).

Submit inquiries to: Tyrone Brooks at Tyrone.Brooks@mlb.com

About ASMI

Founded in 1987 by the world-renowned Dr. James R. Andrews, ASMI is a premier 501(c)(3) research and education foundation. As the nation’s largest accredited educator of sports medicine physicians, ASMI features state-of-the-art biomechanics and skills labs dedicated to the mission of understanding and preventing sports-related injuries.

Note: Participants are responsible for their own travel and lodging accommodations. The Team Physicians Association (TPA) and the Professional Baseball Trainers Society (PBATS) will provide a $500 stipend for each participant to offset some of their expenses in attending. Additionally, for each selected participant, PBATS is providing free access ($150/person value) to virtually attend the PBATS Baseball Team Medicine Course on January 16-17, 2027, to further their education and hopefully increase their desire to pursue a career in baseball.

Ready to step up to the plate? Learn more about our mission at www.asmi.org.

Major League Baseball in partnership with the Buck O’Neil Professional Scouts and Coaches Association is excited to launch the sixth edition of the MLB Scout and Coaching Development Program.

The Scout Development Program provides emerging Scouting talent with an opportunity to learn the basics of Scouting and enhance existing experience to successfully enter Front Office and Scouting related roles. The Scout Development Program will take place from October 11-20, during the Arizona Fall League (dates subject to change).

Interested Applicants should be pursuing a career in Scouting or a similar baseball career path where Scouting skills are an asset. The Program is focused on identifying candidates who are looking for opportunities at a Club and/or the League office (current Club personnel should be focused on scout development training/experiences within their organization).

The Coaching Development Program returns for its 5^th year, hosting twelve selected coaching candidates aspiring to further advance their coaching abilities. The Program runs for one week during the time frame of October 11-26.

This Program is comprised of 2 parts:

1. One week of on-field coaching experience with a team during the Arizona Fall Leagues. Additional experience with other Arizona Fall programming is possible (ex. Bridge & Instructional Leagues)
2. Prior to the start of the in-person Program, all participants attend virtual development training sessions.

Former players and current coaches at the collegiate level are encouraged to apply.

MLB engages with former MLB and MiLB players as well as players in MLB Partner Leagues (American Association, Atlantic League, Frontier League, and Pioneer League) to identify possible candidates. All current and former players from these respective leagues are encouraged to apply.

For both Programs, travel, lodging, and a stipend is provided by MLB to participants selected for this in-person experience.

The deadline for applications is Monday, August 3, 2026.

The Baseball Assistance Team is a nonprofit organization that confidentially assists members of the Baseball Family in need of financial, medical and psychological assistance. 

Responsibilities

• Responsible for being B.A.T.’s secondary financial contact which includes 
  reconciling records and handling payment inquiries. 
• Compile daily list of payment issues based on emails sent to BAT inbox and phone calls regarding payments 
• Assist Senior Coordinator, Financial Operations with documenting items on Oracle/Payment Tracker on TrackVia
• Submit payments across all payment instruments (ACH, check, wire transfer, Western Union) to assist the Senior Coordinator of Financial Operations in management of payment volume 
• Provide applicants with unique payment codes related to Western Union transfers 
• Maintain record of Dominican Republic medical and prescription funds, preparing the necessary reimbursements on a bi-weekly basis 
• Maintain and update monthly payment schedule to ensure timely payout of approved expenses 
• Organize payment documents to be uploaded on TrackVia 
• Print and compile invoice documents for checks later to be sent to the mailroom then filed away 
• Provide support between B.A.T. and financial software platforms including Oracle, JPMorgan Access, and Western Union GlobalPay (Convera).
• Answer and direct calls from the B.A.T. hotline (7822) and respond to incoming and outgoing emails (in Spanish or English). 
• Assist with on-going grant, scholarship, and crisis management tasks that includes conducting applicant screening and intake, preparing cases for the Grant Committee, and uploading files. 
• Serves as a Spanish translator (documents and emails) for the Executive Director & Director when needed. 
• Provide outreach on behalf of the department to the baseball community offering assistance. 

 Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• Bi-lingual (Spanish, English) preferred 
• 1-3 years business experience 
• Interest or previous experience in working with nonprofit organizations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while dealing with sensitive information. 
• Experience working with data entry, data analysis and general bookkeeping
• Professional demeanor, organized and detail oriented. 
• Strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. 
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).

Pay Range: $26.00-$28.00 per hour

Major League Baseball is proud to sponsor a select group of qualifying candidates to attend the 15^th Annual SABR Analytics Conference (Society for American Baseball Research), to be held February 27 - March 1, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ. The SABR Analytics Conference is a three-day event featuring guest speakers, panels, and presentations on the impact of analytics on the game of baseball and features the Diamond Dollars Case Competition. Attendees will also have an opportunity to participate in skill development sessions and networking opportunities with current MLB and Club employees.

The 2026 event will once again be in a hybrid format (both in-person and virtual) so candidates who are interested in attending in-person will be responsible for covering their own travel expenses to Phoenix (flight, hotel, meals, etc.). In addition to the conference, in-person attending candidates will be given an opportunity to visit MLB organizations (TBD) during Spring Training in Phoenix to gain career insights and network with working professionals. As an additional resource thanks to our partnership with SABR, all candidates selected by Major League Baseball will also receive a complimentary Rapsodo Certification course ($395 value).

We are seeking qualified candidates interested in careers in baseball operations such as Salary Arbitration and Major League Operations, Research & Development, Scouting, Player Development, and Sports Science.

• Undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates are eligible to participate.
• Individuals with studies in business, computer science, statistics, and economics are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Former professional players with interest in transitioning back into professional baseball are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Prospective candidates must submit the following materials to receive full consideration:

• Current resume
• Personal essay (500 words or less, describing your interest in participating)

In honoring the legacy and career of Billy Bean, The Billy Bean Fellowship is designed to provide a focused post-graduate baseball operations experience to high-potential candidates for employment who may not have been identified by Clubs through traditional recruiting avenues. MLB expects one or more of the fellowships to be awarded to a military veteran. Former professional players are also encouraged to apply. 

 The Billy Bean Fellowship provides an intensive opportunity to gain exposure within various aspects of baseball operations (Major League operations, research and development, baseball analytics, player development, software engineering, etc.) for a period of up to 18 months. Selected Fellows will also have access to professional and career development sessions, speakers, and mentorship as part of this experience.  

Application Materials 

• Completed application
• Resume
• Personal Statement (share your story and how this Fellowship opportunity fits your aspirations, career objectives, desire for growth, etc.) 

 Please apply by Monday, November 3, 2025, to be considered for a Baseball Operations position at an MLB Club or MLB’s League Office. 

 For additional questions regarding the program, please contact us at billybeanfellowship@mlb.com.