FAQs
Do we support remote work?
No, all internship roles require you to be in-office at the United Center.
Is there any relocation or housing assistance provided for the internship?
No, we do not provide any relocation or housing assistance for the internship.
What is the duration of the internship?
The internship is 10 weeks long, running from June to August 2025.
What are the perks and benefits of the internship?
Interns receive free breakfast, lunch, parking, access to an on-site gym and training classes, a casual dress environment, social events, volunteer opportunities, and focused learning and development.
What kind of educational background is required for this internship?
Candidates should be currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or other quantitative fields of study.
What programming languages should applicants be familiar with?
Applicants should be familiar with Python, Java, C++, or other object-oriented programming languages.
Is prior experience in research necessary?
Demonstrable project and research experience through coursework, personal projects, prior internships, or publications is preferred.
What qualities does the Chicago Blackhawks value in candidates?
Candidates should demonstrate integrity, curiosity, empathy, collaboration, and originality as core values of the Chicago Blackhawks.
What types of research will the intern conduct?
The intern will conduct research at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and sports, specifically related to multiagent systems and reinforcement learning with in-game data.
Are there any specific technical skills required for the internship?
Knowledge of computer science fundamentals, multiagent systems, reinforcement learning, deep learning concepts, and experience with libraries such as TensorFlow and PyTorch are preferred.
How will the intern collaborate with other teams?
The intern will work closely with Research Scientists, Data Scientists, and Software Engineers in the Hockey Strategy and Analytics group.