Nintendo of America Inc.
Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has created franchises that have become household names worldwide, including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Pokémon™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™, through its integrated hardware and software products. Nintendo aims to deliver unique, intuitive entertainment experiences for everyone, manufacturing and marketing video game devices such as the Nintendo Switch™ family of systems, developing and operating applications for smart devices, and collaborating with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like visual content and theme parks. Nintendo has sold more than 5 billion video games and over 800 million hardware units globally. From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, through today and into the future, Nintendo’s continuing mission is to create unique entertainment that puts smiles on the faces of people all over the world. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/.
Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other.
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As a Nintendo of America Intern, you will actively contribute to meaningful projects, and gain valuable hands-on work experience with a leading company in the entertainment industry. During the program from June through August, your work experience will be enhanced with mentoring, networking opportunities and exposure to industry leaders from across the company! Whether you are in a technical or non-technical role, you will be a part of a team committed to putting smiles on faces of millions around the world.
INTERN – RETAIL DIGITAL & DIRECT SALES
Application Deadline: Dec 1, 2023
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Work with Nintendo’s Retail Digital & Direct Sales team to create and execute sales and marketing tactics for our digital products at key retail partners
Gain a deeper understanding of the video games category and retail landscape by analyzing data
Learn the different facets of retail sales and marketing for both instore and online
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:
3.0+ GPA
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program with a graduation conferral date between May 2024 and June 2025
Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field
Shows initiative, action-oriented, and maintains ownership
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work cross-functionally
Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Ability to work in fast-paced and confidential environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines
Strong project management skills
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Understanding of Nintendo’s products is preferred but not necessary
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Able to work 40 hours a week onsite throughout the course of the 11-week summer internship between June – September
This position is onsite in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time.
This internship includes a base pay range of $25 per hour, paid sick and safe time, and perks such as a local transit pass and access to the onsite fitness center. Given the limited duration of the role, interns are not eligible for full-time employee benefits such as healthcare or 401(k).