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Internship, Sports Research Project @ Zone7

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Company Overview: Zone7 is an innovative sports tech company with a mission to harness the power of AI to help sporting organizations better achieve their goals through the enablement of greater health and longevity.

We proudly serve renowned clients such as Liverpool FC and Los Angeles FC, providing them with our suite of services, which includes player resiliency reporting, schedule and travel optimizations, long-term injury risk and explainability reporting and an AI-powered injury risk forecasting platform for leagues and teams.

Position: Paid Internship - Sports Research Project

Duration: 6-12 weeks (flexible start date)

Location: Remote (Zone7 team based in Palo Alto, London, and Tel Aviv)

Internship Description: Zone7 is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team for a special internship program. This internship will focus on a research project aimed at quantifying various impacts of athlete availability in professional sport. Leading this research track, you will have the chance to delve into various aspects of sports economics, including media value, social media impact, prize money, and gate/ticket receipts. The primary objective is to analyze and understand how these factors are influenced when players are unavailable due to injuries.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct extensive research on the financial impact of injuries in sports, specifically exploring the areas of media value, social media, prize money, and gate receipts.

  • Collect and analyze data from diverse sources to identify patterns and correlations between player availability and financial outcomes.

  • Collaborate with the Zone7 team to interpret findings and present actionable insights.

  • Assist in the creation of comprehensive reports and presentations to summarize research findings.

  • Contribute to the development of innovative methodologies to further improve how we quantify the costs of injury risk assessment and management.

Requirements:

  • Strong interest in sports, particularly the intersection of sports and business/economics.

  • Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather and interpret data effectively.

  • Proficient in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, Python, R, or similar).

  • Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in sports management, economics, business analytics, or a related field (preferred, but not required).

  • Previous research experience or coursework in sports economics is a plus.

Benefits:

  • Gain hands-on experience working at an innovative sports tech company with a global client base.

  • Collaborate with a team of industry experts and professionals passionate about athlete performance and injury prevention.

  • Work remotely, providing flexibility and the opportunity to manage your own schedule.

  • Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.

  • Develop a comprehensive research project that can be highlighted in future job applications within the sports industry.

Application Process: To apply for this internship opportunity, please submit the following documents:

  • Updated resume/CV

  • Cover letter detailing your interest in the position and relevant qualifications

  • Sample of previous research work (if available)

Please submit your application to myles@zone7.ai. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.




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