2026 Activision Rotation Program

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 is anticipated to 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 functions for 2-years 

• Drive business development as involved with strategies and activities focused on identifying, nurturing, and acquiring new opportunities for growth. This includes partnerships, market expansion, and revenue streams ultimately aiming to 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 with trainings designed 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.  

Program Requirements 

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

• 3+ years of experience 

• Available to start the program September 7, 2026, in Los Angeles, California 

• Experience in project management with 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 Pathing Requirements 

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

Activision Central Technology – Tech Strategy 

Stay on the Central Technology Tech Strategy team 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 required, including proficiency in SQL and Python (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, etc.) 

• Familiarity with funnel analysis, financial planning, and forecasting 

• Familiarity with data governance and risk mitigation strategies 

• Understanding of game security, game development, and game operations is a plus 

Activision Central Technology - Game Security 

Stay on the Central Technology Game Security team for the full 2-year program rotating across various initiatives and line managers to 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 (SQL and Python preferred) 

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

• Interest in strategy and business development is a plus 

Activision Strategy & Ops 

Rotate Across Activision’s Emerging Franchises and Studio Strategy & Ops teams to support current game titles and lead strategic initiatives for new portfolio titles. Coordinate resource allocation, budgeting, and operational readiness across global teams for current IP. Define KPIs, assess market trends, and support go-to-market planning for future titles.  

Requirements: 

• Strong analytical and financial planning skills 

• Interest in strategy, product management, game operations, and business development is a plus