2027 Undergrad Key Account Management (Sales) Intern

RippleMatch, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Internship cohort / buddy system

Job summary

Mattel is seeking a Key Account Management Summer Intern for 10-12 weeks at headquarters in El Segundo, CA. You will join the Target account team and partner on or lead key strategic projects for the account. You will help coordinate plans, analyze sales data and enhance online/mobile channels.

You’ll gain mentorship, guidance and peer collaboration as part of a team-driven internship program designed to develop future leaders in sales and account management.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university as a rising senior, graduating in 2028.
• Major/minor in Business, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Retail Development or related field.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Sales/Account Management.
• Proven communication, verbal, written and analytical skills.
• Must be able to be sensitive to other cultures’ styles of working.
• Must be able to keep sensitive information confidential.
• Strong MS Office Suite Skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Detail-oriented, organized, methodical, process-oriented thinker.
• Effective time management; juggle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Self-starter; work well independently or in a team.
• Positive, high-energy attitude; accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and executing planogram (if applicable).
• Analyzing internal and external sales data to make insightful recommendations.
• Enhancing the .com and mobile businesses (if applicable).
• Creating reports and presentations to communicate the account plan.
• Evaluating and pitching for Promotional placement.
• Participating in a sales intern group project.
• Collaborating on projects within the Sales Division to drive toy sales strategies.

Skills

University enrollment

Rising senior (2028)

Sales/Account Management interest

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

MS Office Suite

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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 Opportunity:

Mattel is currently seeking a Key Account Management Summer Intern. Our internship program is driven by a single focus: to find our future leaders. We encourage interns to push boundaries because we want to see how far you might take us some day. We provide you with phenomenal managers, mentors and buddies to help you accomplish more than you would have thought possible. And we team you up with other interns because every great thing that comes out of Mattel is done as a team. The Undergraduate Intern Program runs 10-12 weeks and based at headquarters in El Segundo, CA.

The intern will be assigned to the following account team – Target - and tasked with partnering on or leading key strategic projects for the account.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Coordinating and executing planogram (if applicable)

• Analyzing internal and external sales data to make insightful and actionable recommendations

• Enhancing the .com and mobile businesses (if applicable)

• Creating reports and presentations to effectively communicate the account plan

• Evaluating and pitching for Promotional placement

• Participating in a sales intern group project

• Collaborate on projects within the Sales Division to drive toy sales strategies

What We’re Looking For:

• Be currently enrolled in an accredited university as a rising senior, graduating in 2028

• Major and/or minor in Business, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Retail Development or a related field of study

• Interest in pursuing a career in Sales/Account Management

• Proven communication, verbal, written and analytical skills

• Must have the ability to be sensitive to other cultures’ styles of working

• Must have the ability to keep sensitive information confidential

• Strong MS Office Suite Skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word)

• Detail-oriented, organized, methodical, process-oriented thinker

• Effective time manager - able to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities

• Self-starter capable of working effectively independently or as part of a team

• Positive, high-energy “Can Do” attitude

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Intent listening skills with ability to apply learnings

• Ability to be flexible to changing business priorities

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/ and www.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.