Internship Licensing Development Assistant M/F

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.

Job Description

Join the adventure!

Plunging into the world of licenses at Mattel means contributing to the influence of iconic brands (Barbie, Hot Wheels, Uno, Fisher Price, Monster High, Pingu…) and actively participating in the development of new product categories / distribution networks.

We offer a rich and formative internship where you will play a key role in supporting and activating our projects.

Alongside the Consumer Products France team (4 people), you will be involved in all stages of the development and animation of our licenses. Your responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to the preparation of presentations and pitches to develop new collaborations in very diverse universes: textile, food, beauty, toys…
• Participate in the creation and updating of sales support and partner communication tools.
• Ensure the updating and animation of digital supports (website, newsletters, contact files).
• Support the organization and coordination of B2B events (fairs, showrooms, meetings).
• Accompany the deployment of marketing and promotional actions with our retail partners and coordinate with licensees.
• Participate in media, PR and influence activations to support derivative product launches.
• Perform market analyses (Circana, Euromonitor, Insight Familly…) and benchmarks to inform the department's expansion strategy.
• Set up competitive monitoring and share key learnings with the team.
• Collaborate with internal Mattel teams (marketing, sales, EMEA, US…) and over 200 licensed partners, prospects and retailers on various and varied projects.
• Collaborate with internal Mattel teams (marketing, sales, EMEA, US…) and over 200 licensed partners, prospects and retailers on various and varied projects.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Student in business school, management or university (master's level).
• You combine business approach, creativity and rigor, with real autonomy in managing your missions.
• Comfortable in an international environment, you are fluent in French and English.
• You enjoy working in project mode, with a product sense and strong curiosity for trends, pop culture and retail.
• A first experience in marketing/licensing is a plus

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

• Duration and period: 6 months from January 2026
• Gratification: 1500€ gross per month
• Restaurant vouchers: 9.45€ (4€ charged to the intern) or on-site company restaurant
• 50% monthly reimbursement of public transport pass
• Location: Bagneux, south of Paris, accessible by Line 4 or RER B - near Porte d'Orléans (14th arrondissement)

Additional Information

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.

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• The Culture at Mattel
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