Client Partnership & Inclusion Solutions MBA Intern: NYC - Summer 2025

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Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Application Deadline: Friday, November 15th 

*Pro Tip: Submit your application as early as possible—positions may close sooner than expected due to high applicant volume!*

We’re seeking ambitious 1st-year MBA students eager to launch their careers at one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

All 2025 MBA Interns will be chosen exclusively from the attendees of the MBA Trek on Friday, January 10th, 2025 (In-Person/Virtual). If you want to be a 2025 WBD MBA Intern, this is your first step!

The Warner Bros. Discovery MBA Trek offers you a unique opportunity to engage with recruiters, former interns, and executives while diving into our company culture, hearing the latest business updates, and receiving essential interview tips. This trek is your gateway to understanding what sets our award-winning internship program apart. During this immersive event, you'll have exclusive access to the network and connect directly with hiring managers for 2025 MBA internship positions at WBD.

Your New Role

The Client Partnerships and Inclusion Solutions (CPIS) team sits within the Ad Sales organization, and has a unique remit dedicated to two key priorities: 1) building client direct relationships with key brand targets, and 2) super-serving our clients interested in reaching multicultural audiences across our WBD portfolio.

This internship will have the opportunity to get hands on experience in the media ad sales at one of the leaders in media publishing. The role will support the CPIS team in developing programs and packages for our key target accounts. They will also be required to work across our WBD divisions to uncover and unlock multicultural programs for our marketplace.

Your Role Accountabilities 

• Responsibilities will include: Client research, marketplace research, pitch development, execution of Inclusion initiatives

• Tangible Projects: Revenue Reporting, Pitch Deck Development, Client Strategy Development

• At the end of the semester, the intern will have gained a multi-faceted deep dive on all aspects of media ad sales. From partnering with our research teams, to partnering with marketing, to preparing for client meetings, this role will get an all-access perspective on media sales.

Qualifications & Experience 

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, or similar software for analyzing demographic data and preparing reports on diversity metrics.

• Presentation & Communication Tools: Proficiency in PowerPoint or Google Slides for creating presentations.

• Cultural Competence & Awareness: A deep understanding and respect for diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disabilities, and socio-economic status.
  Ability to engage and build relationships with diverse groups.

• Emotional Intelligence: Strong empathy, active listening, and the ability to handle sensitive topics with discretion.
  Conflict resolution and mediation skills in diverse team environments.

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate strategies and programs effectively to different levels of the organization.

• Relationship Building & Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships across various departments, ensuring initiatives are aligned with broader organizational goals.

• Comfort Working with Senior Leaders & External Clients: Confidence and poise in interacting with senior leaders, demonstrating the ability to articulate DEI goals and strategies to executives.

• Ability to manage external relationships with clients, vendors, or c