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Commercial Strategy Internship
Step into the world of Commercial Strategy.
Spot new market trends. Shape our sales plans. Help keep customers coming back. This internship gives you real insight into how we work – and where we stand in a fast-moving industry. You’ll build sharp commercial skills that’ll set you apart.
You could intern in areas like:
- Propositional Development – Help decide what new products we launch, using customer insights and smart strategy.
- Media Planning – Work with creative agencies to plan how we spend our ad budget.
- Trading Performance – Boost sales and retention by fine-tuning prices, promos, and channels.
- Commercial Planning – Shape our sales strategy, understand what customers value, and help build strong quarterly plans.
Behind every screen team making big things happen. Join us, and you’ll be part of a fast-paced, fun environment where your ideas matter. Impress us, and you could land a spot on our Business Graduate Programme, starting September 2028.
Duration
8 weeks
Location
Osterley, London
Salary
£30,000 per annum pro rata
Eligibility
Open to penultimate-year university students from any degree subject
Right to work
Please be aware that Sky do not offer sponsorship for this role, employment is contingent on you having the valid right to work in the UK /Ireland for the full duration of the programme. Following the internship, anyone who is selected for the Graduate programme offers will be conditional on having the full right to work in the UK/Ireland for the duration of the Graduate scheme. You can find information on the length of our programmes on the website.
What you’ll do
You’ll work on live projects that give you a real insight into how we make commercial decisions at Sky. You could find yourself:
Tracking TV, Broadband, Mobile (and insurance) trends and what our competitors are up to
Spot big shifts in tech and entertainment
Share insights across teams to shape smarter strategies
Collaborate to drive change
Support key projects and research
Help streamline how we work and make things more efficient
What we’re looking for
The one essential requirement is that you're currently studying for an undergraduate degree in any subject, and in your penultimate year.
Skills that will help you thrive:
- A great verbal and written communicator
- People orientated with strong organisational skills
- Detail focussed
- Proactive and keen to drive improvements
- A problem solver, with skills to overcome obstacles and find creative alternatives.
What’s in it for you?
You’ll gain hands-on experience, develop core commercial and strategic skills, and grow your confidence in a fast-paced, supportive environment. You’ll have:
A manager to guide you through your placement
A graduate mentor who’s been in your shoes
Regular check-ins and feedback
The chance to present your work to senior stakeholders
A strong community of interns, grads and mentors to learn from
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