2027 MBA/Graduate Product Supply Intern

Mattel; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Mattel, Inc. is seeking a Product Supply Intern in El Segundo, CA to support data and analytics across manufacturing, procurement, and supply operations.

You will help collect, transform, and integrate operational data, while gaining hands-on experience with cloud data platforms and visualization tools. You will work with Product Supply, Analytics, and Technology teams to enable data-driven decision making, develop dashboards, and automate recurring data tasks.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Master’s program in a relevant field.
• Strong interest in data engineering or analytics.
• Experience with data visualization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes across multiple data sources.
• Clean, transform, and validate large datasets for quality and usability.
• Work with Google Cloud Platform and BigQuery to prepare data for analytics and reporting.
• Create Tableau dashboards to visualize operational metrics and KPIs.
• Collaborate with Product Supply, Analytics, and Tech teams to translate business needs into data solutions.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science/Data Engineering/Data Science

Tools

Google Cloud Platform/BigQuery

Tableau

Job description

Product Supply Intern

The Opportunity

Mattel is currently seeking a Product Supply Intern to join our Product Supply organization in El Segundo, CA. This role will support the development of data and analytics capabilities across Mattel's global manufacturing, procurement, and supply operations.

The intern will work closely with Product Supply, Analytics, and Technology teams to help improve how operational data is collected, transformed, integrated, and used for decision-making. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with large-scale supply chain data, cloud data platforms, analytics, and visualization while contributing to initiatives that improve visibility and performance across Mattel's global supply network.

What Your Impact Will Be

• Support the development and maintenance of data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes that bring together data from manufacturing, procurement, supplier, and other Product Supply systems.
• Assist with collecting, cleaning, transforming, and validating large datasets to improve data quality, consistency, and usability.
• Work with Google Cloud Platform and BigQuery to organize and prepare data for analytics, reporting, and visualization.
• Use SQL and Python to automate recurring data processes, conduct analysis, and improve the efficiency of existing workflows.
• Support the development of a single source of truth for Product Supply data and KPIs, helping connect information across manufacturing, procurement, and supplier operations.
• Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards and analytical tools that provide visibility into operational performance and key business metrics.
• Partner with Product Supply stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate those needs into data, reporting, and analytics solutions.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to automate manual reporting and data preparation processes.
• Perform data validation and root-cause analysis to identify discrepancies and improve the reliability of reporting.
• Document data sources, transformation logic, business definitions, and processes to support scalable and sustainable analytics solutions.
• Contribute to exploratory analytics and other projects that help Product Supply teams make faster, more data-driven decisions.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Interest in data engineering, analytics, supply chain, manufacturing, or procurement.
• Working knowledge of SQL and experience with or exposure to Python.
• Familiarity with databases, data transformation, or ETL/ELT concepts.
• Exposure to cloud data platforms such as Google Cloud Platform / BigQuery is preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to work with large datasets and translate data into clear, actionable insights.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-starter who is curious, organized, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Deep technical aptitude for working with raw, complex data and transforming it into clean, usable structures.
• Excellent attention to detail and data integrity.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate data processes for non-technical audiences.
• Proactive, collaborative, and eager to explore new technologies that improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Passion for building scalable data systems that empower analytics and decision-making.

Impact

This role will directly contribute to Product Supply’s mission to:

• Develop a single source of truth across global manufacturing and procurement.
• Build advanced analytics capabilities that anticipate issues and improve product quality.
• Enhance data visualization and reporting to drive fact-based decisions.
• Enable strategic insight generation that supports global supply chain efficiency and competitive advantage

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 through 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 brings better results. Partnership is our process, and our collective capabilities are 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 make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value 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 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. 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.