Associate, Technology

About the Rising Professionals Program

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are interested in learning from industry-leading professionals and exploring what it means to be a part of Canada’s only Major League Baseball team. 

Selected individuals will become part of a diverse cohort with access to department-specific training, social activities and learning opportunities. Each participant will also be assigned a cross-departmental mentor from within the organization to guide them throughout the program and the unique chance to present to the Toronto Blue Jays'  Leadership Team. 

During this year-long program, candidates will gain invaluable real-world exposure to the sports industry, immersing themselves in the Toronto Blue Jays world right here at the Rogers Centre. 

The Blue Jays office is more than just workstations and computers; it is an extension of the ballpark. Here, we channel the game's energy as we strive daily to achieve our mission: to get better every day to win World Series championships and celebrate with our fans across Canada. 

Overview

As a member of the TBJ Technology team, you will have the unique opportunity to learn from a diverse team of technology professionals including exposure to various technologies and systems in use at the Rogers Centre, allowing for significant professional growth.

Responsibilities 

• Provide general IT support across the Toronto Blue Jays organization
• Engage in programming and application development to modernize various IT solutions
• Identify opportunities within both IT and other departments where current manual workflows can be automated via development or purchase of software tool
• Assist in the documentation of all IT systems and processes
• Assist with setup of IT services used during games, concerts and other events and provide support as scheduled

Qualifications 

• Completed University degree or College diploma in computer science, mathematics, programming, or a related field or equivalent work-related experience gained in the last 3 years

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure
• Quick learner with an eagerness to learn and adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Applicants must be willing and able to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends and holidays as required.

Salary: The anticipated base compensation for this role is $25.00 per hour.

Position Status: New

What we offer to you

• Commitment to our team - we want you to succeed!
• Ongoing, hands-on training to help you develop your skills
• Excellent employee discount to use towards Jays gear
• A unique employment experience working for the only MLB team in Canada

For more information related to our Rising Professionals Program, visit our website.

Blue Jays has a strong commitment to diversity, accessibility and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and join us in shaping the future of our club. Together, we will build a team that reflects the richness of the game and the communities that we represent.

Throughout the recruitment process, we are dedicated to working with candidates who have accessibility needs to ensure they have the necessary support to perform at their best. Questions regarding accessibility throughout the recruitment process can be directed to tbj.careers@bluejays.com.