MBA Intern - Strategy and Business Development (VICE Ventures)

Location: New York, NY (TriBeCa) or Los Angeles, CA (Marina del Rey), depending on candidate preference and office needs Work Schedule: 15–25 hours per week (flexible based on academic commitments). Interns will work in a hybrid format with regular in-office collaboration Compensation: $35–$45 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications Reports To: Executive Vice President, Strategy, VICE Media and the Strategy and Distribution Advisor, VICE Media Duration: Flexible late May/June start (exact dates negotiable; 10–12 weeks preferred) Company Overview VICE Media is a globally recognized lifestyle and cultural brand rooted in real-world experiences - from food, music, and nightlife to sport, documentary, and subculture. As the company evolves, we are building a disciplined strategy to extend the VICE brand beyond traditional media into partner-driven licensing, commerce, events, experiential, and other culturally authentic categories. The VICE Ventures team sits at the intersection of brand strategy, business development, and revenue innovation, focused on identifying, evaluating, and activating high-value opportunities that leverage VICE’s cultural equity and media reach in partner-oriented ways. Position Summary VICE is seeking a highly motivated MBA Intern to support the VICE Ventures team. This strategy-focused, analytical, and execution-oriented role will help shape frameworks for new revenue opportunities and support business development initiatives across key verticals. You will work closely with and for senior leadership and cross-functional partners, including strategy, finance, legal, and content teams. This role offers exposure to real strategic decision-making and partnership modeling. You will own a defined strategic project aligned with one of VICE Ventures’ priority growth areas (licensing, commerce, experiential, or partner-led brand extensions), developing analytical frameworks, conducting research, modeling, and synthesizing recommendations. At the conclusion of the internship, you will present findings and recommendations to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities Market and Category Analysis Conduct market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM) for prioritized verticals (apparel, curated commerce, live events) Analyze trends, competitive landscapes, industry adjacencies, and whitespace opportunities Prepare concise, insightful summaries and recommendations Benchmarking and Comps Identify and benchmark precedent models (licensing/brand extension players like Authentic Brands Group, cultural commerce platforms, experiential networks) Analyze what has worked, what failed, and why Partner Mapping and Business Development Support Build structured lists of prospective partners by vertical and rationale for fit Support outreach planning and prioritization Economics and Deal Modeling Assist in building simple, credible financial models for opportunity evaluation Illustrate revenue and margin implications of various partnership structures Strategic Narrative and Presentation Development Develop slides, tables, and visual summaries for internal strategy sessions Support creation of decks and memos for leadership and board-level discussions Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with strategy, legal, finance, and content teams Participate in working sessions, brainstorming, and planning meetings Document lessons learned from pilots, evaluations, and tests Qualifications Required: Current MBA candidate (preference for strategy-focused programs) Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills Advanced proficiency with slide creation (PowerPoint/Keynote) Preferred: Consulting, corporate strategy, or business development experience Exposure to consumer brands, licensing, experiential commerce, or media strategy Understanding of financial modeling, market sizing, and competitive analysis What You’ll Gain from This Role This internship is highly developmental and exposure-rich. You will: Work with and for senior leadership and strategy teams Influence strategic thinking on a growing, cross-functional initiative Gain experience in brand strategy, partnership modeling, and new revenue frameworks Strengthen your resume with real strategic ownership and analytical impact VICE’s Commitment to Intern Development VICE provides: Regular mentorship and structured feedback Access to leadership and strategic discussions Clear deliverables that support professional growth Networking opportunities and potential pathways to future collaboration Application Instructions Please submit: Resume Brief cover letter detailing interest in the role and relevant experience Equal Opportunity Employer VICE Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr