Strategy and Analytics Intern

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At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies, spirits, and communities – united as one. 

We're more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people, boldly building the future of sport and entertainment, together. We believe in the power of play, the strength of collaboration, and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose. 

From the ice to the pitch, the hardwood to the digital arena, we're proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.  

We bring these teams – and world-class entertainment – to life at our iconic venues, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field, we serve up elevated dining at e11even, Real Sports, and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub, and Platinum Club. 

Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad, we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009, we've invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities -- and we're just getting started.  

This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves. 

So, if you're ready to play with purpose, grow with passion, and win as one, we'd love to have you on our team. 

** We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, transferable skills, and lived experience may be exactly what we're looking for. **

Job Description

As part of the Business Analytics team, this intern role will support the development of predictive models, operational analytics, and AI-enabled business intelligence solutions across MLSE. You will have the unique opportunity to apply data science and cloud-based analytics tools to real-world sports and entertainment business problems, including in-venue operations, fan engagement, and performance marketing. As part of the Strategy, Esports and Analytics team, you will collaborate with stakeholders across ticketing, marketing, digital, venue operations, and food & beverage to translate complex data into actionable strategies that improve fan experience, operational performance, and commercial outcomes.

MLSE's Internship term dates are from May 4, August 28, 2026

Responsibilities :

• Support the development and evaluation of predictive and machine learning models using Python or R

• Analyze in-venue operational data to support KPIs related to attendance, staffing, throughput, guest experience, and revenue

• Utilize AI and automation tools to enhance reporting, insight generation, and business intelligence workflows

• Analyze digital and performance marketing data across channels to assess campaign effectiveness, attribution, and ROI

• Support analytics and machine learning workflows in cloud-based environments, leveraging tools such as Databricks and AWS

• Create clear and compelling presentations, documentation, and storytelling materials to communicate insights to senior leaders and stakeholders

• Support strategic initiatives through data-driven research, analysis, and recommendations

 Qualifications

•  Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Data Science, Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Marketing Analytics, or a related discipline

• Experience analyzing data using Python and/or R, with working knowledge of SQL

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business questions into data-driven solutions

• Experience building dashboards or analytical outputs using Power BI, Tableau, or similar  visualization tools

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present insights to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a team environment

• Hands-on experience using Databricks for data analysis, feature engineering, or model development is preferred

• Familiarity with cloud-based data architectures and analytics workflows, particularly in AWS, is an asset

• Academic or project-based experience building predictive or machine learning models is an advantage

• Exposure to performance marketing, digital analytics, or attribution modeling is a plus

• Interest in sports, live events, or entertainment analytics is highly desirable

• Available to work full-time regular hours with flexibility around event-based work

• Team-first, curious, positive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

Apply By: February 24, 11:59pm

Job Posting Compensation Range/Rate:

$38,760

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