Baseball Medicine Workshop

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).

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.

Why MLB?

Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Employees love working at MLB because of the culture of growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Employees who are most successful at MLB take initiative, know how to identify problems and provide solutions, and always put the Team first. For those ready to step up to the plate and join the major leagues, MLB takes the same approach as teams do with their players: empowering our “workforce athletes” to be at their best by engineering experiences that put employees in the best position to succeed. Major League Baseball is looking for candidates who are passionate about growing America’s pastime to best serve its fans for decades to come.

Colorado Residents: Colorado based applicants may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Are you ready to Step Up to the Plate? Apply below!