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.
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 & 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 undergraduatedegreein 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 25,000.00
* 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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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