Company 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 fans, entertain audiences 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: Location Based Entertainment is a global team creating live experiences to inspire wonder in the next generation. Our goal is to enable unforgettable memories and strengthen consumer engagement with our brands. The LBE team manage the licensing process including; pitching, partner investment, project development and relationship management for Family Entertainment Centers, Traveling Exhibitions, Live Entertainment, Hospitality, Theme Parks and Experiential Retail. Our department is revenue generating, monetizing Mattel’s IP within the Location Based Entertainment industry.

Job Description

The Opportunity: Mattel is currently seeking a 2025 Summer Undergrad Location Based Entertainment Intern in El Segundo, California. Primary responsibilities include supporting marketing asset and deck development, live event and market research, performance reporting, and more. 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 give you 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. 

We are seeking a highly motivated intern to join our team in. The internship runs 10-12 weeks and consists of three elements:

• Individual: Day-to-day and special project responsibilities.
• 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 Your Impact Will Be:

• Support creation of pitch decks and other materials.  
• Researching Live Events and Location Based Entertainment projects to keep up to date with the market/industry and research for new business development opportunities.
• Track and report on ticket sales and trends to compare and assess performance.
• Communication skills to convey confidence, ease and enthusiasm when communicating with a variety of audiences. You communicate clearly, concisely, and with impact, using the right formats and methods to promote a free flow of information.
• Proficiency in Photoshop and/or other photo editing programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with people at all levels.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritizing skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to work and the ability to work independently. 
• Support marketing team by internally routing necessary assets for approval and compiling feedback.

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Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, graduating in 2026
• Completion of some marketing or business classes or comparable experience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; both verbal and written
• Proficient MS Office skills required, including Excel and Powerpoint
• Strong quantitative/analytical skills required; ability to make recommendations based on data analysis
• Business acumen
• Self-starter, eager to learn and organized

The base hourly rate for this position is $24.00

Additional Information

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations 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.

Our Approach to Flexible Work: 

We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

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 Affirmative Action/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.

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