Talent Acquisition Associate - Early & Emerging Talent at MattelInc

The Opportunity:  At Mattel, we create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain, and develop children through play. The Talent Acquisition Associate, Early & Emerging Talent supports the execution of programs that build the next generation of talent to fuel that mission. This role focuses on delivering high-quality university recruiting and internship experiences, while helping strengthen Mattel’s early talent programs. You will manage full-cycle campus recruiting, support internship programming, and build relationships with key university partners to attract diverse, high-potential talent. You’ll also contribute to MBA internship and rotational program efforts. Based in El Segundo, CA at corporate HQ, and reporting to the Senior Manager, Early & Emerging Talent, this role requires strong execution, collaboration, and a passion for connecting early talent to a purpose-driven, creative brand. What Your Impact Will Be:  Campus Recruiting Execution • Manage full-cycle recruiting for undergraduate and MBA interns across key business functions • Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and support campus recruiting plans • Deliver a high-quality, engaging candidate experience that reflects the Mattel brandUniversity Engagement & Employer Branding • Build and maintain relationships with a core set of target universities and programs • Represent Mattel at campus events, info sessions, and recruiting activities • Support ongoing evaluation of school partnerships based on hiring outcomes • Execute employer branding initiatives to promote early talent programs, including developing and sharing content across social media and campus channels to drive awareness and engagement year-roundInternship Program Support • Support execution of the summer internship program, including programming and logistics • Partner cross-functionally to deliver a positive, engaging intern experience • Track intern performance and support conversion to full-time opportunities • Capture and amplify intern experiences through social and digital content to enhance employer brand visibilityMBA Program Support • Assist in the execution of MBA internship and rotational programs • Partner with internal stakeholders to support program coordination and candidate experienceStakeholder Collaboration • Partner with hiring managers and HR to support early career hiring needs • Share market insights and candidate feedback to inform recruiting effortsOffers & Onboarding • Manage intern offer processes, including candidate communication and closing • Support onboarding for internship and early career hiresProgram Tracking & Reporting • Track key metrics (e.g., conversion rates, school performance, diversity representation) • Use data to identify areas for improvement and support program enhancementsTools & Process Improvement • Utilize platforms such as SmartRecruiters, RippleMatch, and Handshake • Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes and candidate engagement