Summer MBA Intern - Franchise Management and Marketing

Job Description

The Global Harry Potter Franchise Management and Marketing team oversees one of the most iconic and beloved franchises of all time, and is responsible for the global management of the Themed Experiences and Core businesses for Harry Potter, including strategic planning, tool development, and the marketing activation of all franchise activities.

The MBA intern position will gain insight and knowledge into the CP Industry and specifically Franchise Management and Marketing through practical experience and exposure by supporting franchise strategies/plans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and conducting research.

Franchise Management and Marketing is an exciting place to be – we get the perfect balance of Creative and Strategy, and the privilege of working with people across the division and broader company. This department fits within the bigger picture of WBD by driving the CP strategy for our brands and supporting the rest of the division in executing across that strategy.

Your Role Accountabilities

The MBA Intern will take on projects to support the Harry Potter Franchise Management and Marketing team, which could include reviving brand guidelines, developing digital strategy, and collaborating on tentpole marketing activation planning. They will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of franchise strategies and activation plans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and cultivating and interest and expertise in digital strategy. At the end of the semester, the MBA intern will be proud to take away opportunities to develop professionally and uncover new skills, an inside look in the entertainment industry, key networking and relationships to carry forward, and real-life experiences to bring with them in their career.

Qualifications & Experience
• Solid knowledge of PC/Mac, and Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Highly organized and a self-starter with the ability to keep on an assigned track with minimal direction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Solid knowledge of social media, digital strategy, and current trends
• Insight and understanding into the hspaces, experiences, and trends
• Strong presentation development skills
• Awareness and expertise of the Harry Potter brand preferred
• 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 cumulative GPA)
• All 2025 MBA interns will be selected from the attendees of the in-person (held in Burbank, CA) OR Virtual MBA Trek. All eligible applicants must attend the trek.
• 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. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.

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 graduate 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: 6/2/2025- 8/15/2025
• Option #2: 6/9/2025- 8/22/2025
• 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: $45 per hour USD for MBA Interns.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8kw59-18-119-114-187-42 in your application.