IT Undergraduate Industrial Placement

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:

Our IT Intern gets to work on a range of IT disciplines and has the chance to meet and interact with many areas of the business during their year with Mattel. Daily activities will include supporting business systems, end user support and administration. Time will be allocated for getting involved in regional & global IT projects primarily around Ecommerce & data analytics.  New skills can be learned, and existing expertise can be applied. We try to ensure our interns receive a ‘taste’ of IT operating in a multi-national company and welcome enthusiastic, friendly people to our team in Slough.

The Opportunity: 

We are looking for a undergraduate UK university student to join the GTO team to work on the following duties:

• Work with Business Analyst/Project Manager/Tech leads on projects:
• Business requirements gathering & identifying issues
• Ecommerce prototype building/proof of concepts
• Test scenarios/user acceptance testing
• Administration, status updates & communication
• Report building in IBM Cognos Analytics suite
• Regular office operation support:
• Updating & creating Sharepoint & Simplr content/sites
• Meeting room & connectivity tools support
• Ad hoc user support requests

Key Performance Indicators:

• Meeting deadlines for projects
• User satisfaction with application support
• Regular communication of open and resolved issues to management

Social and Philanthropic Opportunities

Mattel Interns receive a unique opportunity to play an active role in the generation of event initiatives, with the other Mattel interns alongside the ‘Heart of Play’ social committee, to drive employee engagement and live the Mattel Brands, include the Halloween Party, Children’s Festive Party and other ad-hoc events and activations. As well as assisting with the organisation and delivery of philanthropic activities as a member of Mattel’s charity events management team, “Our Committee”

What We’re Looking For: 

Experience/Working knowledge of the following is an advantage:

• Currently studying an undergraduate degree in IT with a placement year (Masters students will not be accepted)
• Ecommerce platforms – Shopify (an advantage) + others
• Basic coding experience (java script, python, HTML, CSS etc)  
• Social media platforms/marketing/analytics
• Report building tools
• Standard PC applications: MS suite/Adobe products (Acrobat, Photoshop)
• PC/MAC books/Tablet/mobile devices 

Behavioural Competencies:

• Good interpersonal skills, good communicator
• Pro-active attitude
• Self-motivated
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn and embrace new technologies
• Live/willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the Slough office

What We Offer: 

• Gross annual salary of GBP 25,000
• Paid time off: 25 vacation days (with option to buy up to 5 extra days) + 2 volunteer days/year + a day off on your birthday!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program: Access to Help@Hand (Unum), Modern Health, Headspace, and Maven
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Dental insurance & dental service app
• Life & disability insurance
• Employee discount program "Be well at Mattel"
• Mattel products discounts
• Family benefits program: 24 weeks off (for 1st caregiver) or 12 weeks off (for co-parent) fully paid on the arrival of new child, return to work program, path to parenthood, and family care leave

Mattel’s total compensation package is based on objective, gender-neutral criteria such as job grade, work location, relevant skills, and experience. This information is provided to enable informed and transparent consideration and negotiation of employment terms. If your profile is retained and we schedule an interview, we will share further details on Mattel UK Limited’s total rewards package. Please note that (some of) the benefits above may change over time, due to changes in the company policy or in legislation. We will not ask about your previous salary history.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!  You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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 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.

Videos to watch:
The Culture at Mattel
Corporate Philanthropy