2027 MBA Entertainment Partnerships & Business Management Intern

Mattel; El Segundo (CA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mattel in El Segundo, CA is seeking an Associate Manager Intern in Entertainment Partnerships & Business Management. The Intern will collaborate with licensors and internal teams to maximize licensed brands, support the portfolio, and contribute to strategic projects and final presentations.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience in corporate strategy, marketing, and licensing, with exposure to cross-functional teams, analytics, and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 1st year MBA with previous experience in corporate strategy, strategic finance, business development, consulting or marketing role.
• Defined interest in licensing, commercial marketing, and/or third-party brands.
• Ability to effectively communicate across stakeholders across a variety of settings (e.g. in meetings, during presentations).
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, with Tableau familiarity.

Responsabilités

• Day-to-day and special project responsibilities supporting the Manager’s portfolio, including POS reporting and a final individual commercial strategy presentation.
• Group: Work in a cross-functional intern group on a project that will be presented to senior management at the end of the internship.
• Networking: Various information sessions, field trips, meet & eat lunches with executives, and networking events.

Connaissances

PowerPoint

Excel

Tableau

Analytical

Stakeholder communication

Global market awareness

Flexible schedule

Formation

MBA candidate / enrolled

Outils

Tableau

Description du poste

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain, and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

Entertainment Partnerships & Business Management

The Entertainment Partnerships & Business Management team is responsible for managing relationships with partners (studios/licensors) and for maximizing our joint-licensed businesses around the world.

Our team manages relationships at the regional level, across North America, Europe, Latin. America, and Asia-Pacific, serving as the portfolio manager on behalf of both Mattel and the partner. For newly available IP/properties, our team also manages commercial pitches and deal negotiations with regional external partners.

We focus on commercial execution by primarily working with our Marketing Activation teams across the globe, as well as our Toy Marketing & Brand Strategy teams. Together, we drive our collective business by bringing our best plans to retailers and consumers.

Our partners include Disney, Universal, Skydance, Netflix, Microsoft, and other notable licensors. Our/their portfolios at Mattel include brands such as: Disney Princess, Cars, Toy Story, Jurassic, DC, KPop Demon Hunters, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Minecraft.

The Opportunity:

Associate Manager Intern – Entertainment Partnerships & Business Management

Associate Manager Intern – Entertainment Partnerships & Business Management Mattel is currently seeking an Associate Manager Intern in our El Segundo, CA corporate headquarters. The Intern will be a member of a dynamic team focused on collaborating with our partners to maximize their licensed brands/properties. This role will be a strategic partner to many internal & external teams. The ability to understand the big picture, while getting their fingers dirty in the needs of the joint business, will serve the team well. This position reports directly into the Commercial Licensor Marketing Manager, supporting the portfolio inclusive of Netflix, Formula 1, Ferrari, Nintendo, BBC, and more.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Individual: Day-to-day and special project responsibilities supporting the Manager’s portfolio, including POS reporting and a final individual commercial strategy presentation.

• Group: Work in a cross-functional intern group on a project that will be presented to senior management at the end of the internship.

• Networking: Various information sessions, field trips, meet & eat lunches with executives, and networking events.

What We’re Looking For:

• 1st year MBA with previous experience in corporate strategy, strategic finance, business development, consulting or marketing role

• A defined interest in licensing, commercial marketing, and/or third-party brands.

• Ability to effectively communicate across stakeholders across a variety of settings (e.g. in meetings, during presentations)

• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, with Tableau familiarity

• Strong analytical background with the ability to identify trends and drive recommendations to advance the business

• Familiarity with global market dynamics and flexible work schedule to accommodate Europe (morning) and Asia-Pacific (early evening) meetings

What It’s Like to Work Here:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate:Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.

• We innovate:At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.

• We execute:We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/andwww.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.