BASEBALL RESEARCH INTERNSHIP
The Foul Territory Network (FT) is seeking remote baseball research interns for Fall 2026.
Are you a huge baseball fan who would like to work with professional athletes and learn from an experienced media team that will help you secure a job upon graduation?
The Foul Territory Network, a part of Make Plays Media, has built a premier baseball media vertical centered around authentic player voices. Former MLB players AJ Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Jason Kipnis and Jonathan Papelbon host a live, on-camera, 2-hour baseball show, Monday through Friday, via Marquee Network, YouTube, Twitter/X and TikTok with the audio version available on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms. MLB insiders Ken Rosenthal, Bob Nightengale, Robert Murray, long-time manager Buck Showalter and former general managers Jim Bowden and Jim Duquette are also regular show contributors.
The FT Network also produces additional shows including;
⚾ Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal ⚾ Baseball America’s Hot Sheet
⚾ Birdland Territory (Orioles) ⚾ Injury Territory
⚾ Blue Bird Territory (Blue Jays) ⚾ Is This A Great Game Or What? (Tim Kurkjian)
⚾ Brewer Territory ⚾ Mets’d Up
⚾ Bucco Territory (Pirates) ⚾ Monster Territory (Red Sox)
⚾ Cardinal Territory ⚾ North Side Territory (Cubs)
⚾ Crush City Territory (Astros) ⚾ Pinstripe Territory (Yankees)
⚾ Dirt From The Dugout ⚾ Riverfront Territory (Reds)
⚾ District Territory (Nationals) ⚾ Snakes Territory (Diamondbacks)
⚾ Dodgers Territory ⚾ Halo Territory (Angels)
⚾ Fish On First (Marlins) ⚾ Splash Hit Territory (Giants)
⚾ Friar Territory (Padres) ⚾ The Phillies Show
⚾ GM Territory with Jim Bowden ⚾ Tiger Territory
⚾ Hammer Territory (Braves) ⚾ Twin Cities Territory (Twins)
Position Overview:
FT is offering an unpaid internship to a motivated and detail-oriented Baseball Research Intern to join our team. As a Research Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting our on-air hosts and production team by conducting thorough research on guests scheduled to appear on the show. Additionally, you will delve into topics related to sports betting and gambling in baseball to provide valuable insights and context for discussions on the podcast. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research, digital/podcast production, and sports media while contributing to the success of Foul Territory Network’s content.
Like most of our company, this position is fully remote, unless you are in the Orlando, Florida or central New Jersey areas. While the internship is unpaid, we are happy to meet school requirements for academic credit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive research on guests scheduled to appear on the podcast, including their background, professional achievements, and statistics.
- Compile detailed summaries and briefing documents on each guest, highlighting key talking points, potential discussion topics, and relevant anecdotes to help on-air hosts prepare for interviews.
- Stay informed about current events, trends, and developments in the world of baseball, with a focus on topics related to sports betting, gambling, and their impact on the sport.
- Assist in fact-checking and verifying information presented during episodes to ensure accuracy and credibility.
- Collaborate with the production team to brainstorm ideas for guest interviews and segment topics that align with FT’s content strategy.
- Stay organized and maintain detailed documentation of research findings, guest profiles, and other relevant information using internal systems and databases.
Qualifications:
- A minimum 10 hours of availability per week
- Strong research skills with the ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information from multiple sources.
- Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear and concise summaries.
- Interest in baseball and a solid understanding of the sport’s history, culture, and current events.
- Familiarity with sports betting and gambling concepts, including odds, betting markets, and regulatory frameworks, with a specific focus on baseball.
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in conducting online research and utilizing research tools and databases effectively.
- Enthusiasm for learning and willingness to take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research, digital and podcast production within the sports media industry.
- Exposure to a diverse range of topics and perspectives in baseball and sports betting.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.
- Potential for future opportunities and career advancement within Foul Territory.
How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about baseball, sports betting and/or conducting research to uncover compelling stories, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience. Applications should be sent via Handshake or emailed to Internships@makeplays-media.com
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“We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”