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2026 Activision Rotation Program

Activision BlizzardSanta Monica, California

$87,480 - $161,910 / year

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Job Description

Job Title:

2026 Activision Rotation Program

Requisition ID:

R026274

Job Description:

Activision’s Rotation Manager program is a 2-year program that rotates individuals across 3 teams for 8 months at a time. It is an accelerated development initiative designed to provide participants with unparalleled opportunities for growth, leadership, and professional development. 

Rotation participants rotate through business-critical roles and functions across Activision's various teams and studios. They work on company initiatives that have a direct impact on the bottom line and future success, while developing connectivity across groups to enable more communication, knowledge sharing, and collaboration. Participants are part of a supportive and inclusive community committed to their success, with regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and networking opportunities to ensure they have the resources needed to thrive.

Some of the programmatic features include a 1-week new hire welcome week that provides a deep dive into the gaming industry and company; development weeks at the end of each rotation that include report outs around best practices, case study competitions, and cohort bonding; and regular feedback.

This role isanticipatedto be assigned to work on-site at Activision’s Santa Monica, CA,office.Onsite requirements may differ from rotation to rotation.

What you bring to the table

  • Rotate through business-critical roles and functionsfor 2-years

  • Drive business development as involved with strategies and activities focused onidentifying, nurturing, andacquiringnew opportunities for growth. This includes partnerships, market expansion, and revenue streamsultimately aimingto increase profitability and market share.

  • Work on company initiatives that have a direct impact on the bottom line and/or set us up for the future. 

  • Develop connectivity across groups enabling more communication, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across the enterprise. 

  • Build your knowledge base withtrainingsdesigned to provide a deep dive into new products/service delivery methods, game and player analytics, corporate strategy, game development processes, etc. 

  • Expand your personal development with workshops around influencing methods, leadership skills, work/life balance, and more. 

  • Support continual program enhancements and mentor future participants. 

ProgramRequirements

  • Currently enrolled in a master’s or PhD program and graduatingDec 2025May/June 2026(business programs preferred)

  • 3+ years of experience

  • Available to start the program September7, 2026, in Los Angeles, California

  • Experience in project managementwith a focus on driving visibility, accountability, and effective communication across teams.

  • Demonstrated leadership through influence and collaboration, with advanced interpersonal and relationship management capabilities

  • Can move nimbly between strategy and execution

  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems with tenacity and a proactive, self-starting mindset

  • Enthusiastic and selfless approach to teamwork, serving as a catalyst for inclusive and solution-driven collaboration

  • Excellent presentation skills with the ability to tailor messaging to a variety of audiences, including senior leadership, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders

  • Must submit a resume to be considered

  • Cover letters are highly preferred. To ensure we see your cover letter, please make it the first or second page of your PDF resume document

  • Consulting experience is a plus

Program PathingRequirements

Below are the three paths being offered. One Rotation Manager will participate in each path.

ActivisionCentral Technology– Tech Strategy

Stay on the Central TechnologyTech Strategyteam for the full 2-year program to drive productivity and innovation across enterprise systems. Drive product strategy and feature development for Call of Duty core technologies, such as the Game Engine, to enhance long-term innovation, data insights, and enterprise productivity.Collaborate on scalable solutions, infrastructure planning, and business case development for emerging technologies.

Requirements:

  • Experience with data analysis tools and platforms, includingproficiencyin SQL and Python (e.g., Databricks,Snowflake, etc.)

  • Familiarity with funnel analysis,financial planning, andforecasting

  • Familiarity with data governance and risk mitigation strategies

  • Understanding ofgame security, game development, and gameoperationsis a plus

ActivisionCentral Technology-Game Security

Stay on the Central TechnologyGame Security team forthe full 2-yearprogramrotating across various initiatives and line managersto advance anti-cheat technology and player security. Build dashboards and metrics to measure effectiveness and player impact. Analyze behavior trends and deliver insights for game design and enforcement.

Requirements:

  • Experience with data analytics tools (SQLandPython preferred)

  • Understanding of game security or anti-cheat systems is a plus

  • Interest in strategy and business development is a plus

ActivisionStrategy & Ops

Rotate Across Activision’s Emerging Franchises andStudioStrategy & Ops teams tosupport currentgame titlesandlead strategic initiatives fornewportfolio titles.Coordinate resource allocation, budgeting, and operational readiness across global teams for current IP.Define KPIs, assess market trends, and support go-to-market planningfor future titles.

Requirements:

  • Strong analytical and financial planning skills

  • Background in finance and/or consulting is a plus

  • Interest in strategy, product management,gameoperations,andbusiness development is a plus

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment.We’redriven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’renot just looking back at our decades-long legacy;we’reforging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’rein the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.Ready to Activate Your Future?

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet allqualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 

We are committed to working with and providing reasonableassistanceto individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request toaccommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.comGeneral employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!  Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
  • If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.  You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $87,480.00 - $161,910.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

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