Summer Intern, Financial Planning & Analysis (A ...

Description Company Overview: Studio Distribution Services (SDS) is a joint venture between Warner Bros. and Universal Pictures. We are the leading distributor for the entertainment industry, responsible for the Sales, Retail Marketing, and Supply Chain of home entertainment products for both Studios.We manage a wide range of famous film labels, including Universal Pictures, Warner Bros., Legendary Entertainment, Focus Features, HBO, DreamWorks Animation, MGM, Illumination Entertainment...and also managing distribution for other partners including Paramount, Village Roadshow, BBC, Cartoon Network, Entertainment One, Shout! Studios, Pure Flix, and Steven Spielberg's Amblin Partners.SDS oversees new release and library content, for both film and television. With our entrepreneurial spirit and the backing of two world-renowned media organizations, we endeavor to be a bold and innovative company that's not afraid to take risks, while maintaining the trust of our studio and retail partners. SDS believes in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture, and embraces diverse backgrounds, ideas, and approaches, at all levels within the organization. Headquartered on the iconic Universal Lot in Los Angeles, SDS also has sales offices in Bentonville, AR, and Toronto, Canada.Joining the SDS team comes with all the perks you'd expect from Warner Bros. and Universal, like access to incredible content, a hybrid work schedule observing core hours (normally 3 days in the office & 2 days remote), paid time off, robust healthcare benefits, ability to contribute to a 401k on day one with up to 6% matching, training & development, access to Studio Leadership, and more.A few particulars about this internship: The hourly rate is $20hour. This full-time internship is a hybrid role with the expectation of being in the office Tuesday - Thursday. Our ideal applicant is an undergraduate student with at least one year of university completed. The dates of this 8-10 week internship are between May - August 2025.Role Summary:This Intern role will lead a project to develop Excel models showing trends in returns on a year-over-year basis to identify key drivers (seasonality, promotions, retailer events, etc.) and P&L impacts (trade, distribution, etc.) by production entity.Essential Responsibilities: Develop forecast accuracy scorecard with dashboard and relevant KPIs Support 2026 Budget preparation Assist with various ad hoc projects as needed Desired Skills: Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance Basic knowledge in finance accounting Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills a plus Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to clearly summarize and communicate findings Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Comfortable presenting ideas and concepts to varying senior levels Experience in cultivating relationships both internally and externally Desired Characteristics: Strong business acumen Strong attention to detail and ability to problem solve Integrity - be truthful in all interactions and treat others with respect Ownership - take responsibility and be entrepreneurial Collaborative and team oriented Results Oriented - find a way to deliver against goals and objectives Assertiveness - high level of focus and energy, promptness, and preparation Accuracy - strong attention to detail and ability to manage concurrent tasksNotice:Studio Distribution Services' policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Studio Distribution Services will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

Created: 2025-03-06