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Summer MBA Intern - Global Corporate Strategy

Warner Bros. Discovery

Burbank, CA 09-30-2023
 
  • Paid
  • Internship
  • Entry (0-2 years) Experience
Job Description
Application Deadline: Friday, November 10th

We're looking for highly motivated 1st year MBA students, looking to jumpstart their career at one of the world's premiere media, entertainment, and tech companies.

All 2024 MBA Interns will be selected from the attendees of this year's in-person (Friday, January 12th, 2024) or virtual (Friday, January 19th, 2024) MBA Treks. WBD's MBA Trek is an opportunity to hear from our recruiters, former interns, and executives on topics ranging from company culture and business updates to interview tips and what makes the award-winning WBD intern program best in class. During this immersive event, you will also have exclusive opportunities to network and speak with hiring managers for 2024 MBA internships at WBD.

If you would like a chance to be a 2024 WBD MBA intern, apply to our roles and select which trek dates you are interested in the job application today!

Your New Role...

The Corporate Strategy team develops, evaluates, manages, and executes global strategic planning, growth, and operational initiatives on both the corporate and business unit levels. The team collaborates with partners across all divisions to develop analyses and recommendations for senior leadership on high-profile projects in a fast-paced environment. As a part of this team, you will work on transforming our business model in areas that include content optimization, valuation of IP across evolving distribution windows, franchise growth considerations, and evaluating new revenue streams. This is an ideal position for someone who is passionate about media & entertainment and who wants to gain a broad understanding of television, theatrical, streaming platforms, content, networks, and brands & experiences.

Your Role Accountabilities...
• Assisting teammates and divisional counterparts in the development of long-term strategic plans and presentations that tell a clear, concise, cohesive story
• Conducting research to help inform strategic priorities
• Preparing comprehensive business plans for new growth initiatives, including expansion internationally and into new businesses
• Monitoring industry trends and competitive dynamics
• Performing financial analyses to evaluate internal or external investment opportunities
• Collaborate on special projects

Qualifications & Experience...
• Must be actively enrolled in a US accredited college or university MBA degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
• Must be a 1st year MBA student
• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA)
• All 2024 MBA interns will be selected from the attendees of the in-person (held in Burbank, CA) or virtual MBA treks. All eligible applicants must attend 1 of the trek dates.
• Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States.
• Passion for media & entertainment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Excellent communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

About Our Internship Program

WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country's boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news, and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.

Ready to learn more? Here's what we offer:
• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field
• Mentorship from some of the industry's kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans
• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more
• Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables
• Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network
• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture

What you can expect to take away from the semester:
• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn't know you had
• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes
• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career
• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure

And finally, what to know before applying:
• The duration of the program is 10-12 weeks depending on the student's availability
Program dates:
• Option #1: 6/3/2024- 8/16/2024
• Option #2: 6/10/2024- 8/23/2024
• Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity.
• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
• The recruiting process will take place from November through February. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The rate listed is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Rate: $50 per hour USD for Global Corporate Strategy MBA internships, $45 per hour USD for all other departments.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rey4o8-18-220-44-17-42 in your application.

Salary Details
Salary: $50.00 Per Hour ($ USD)