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Global University Case Competition

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Are you a university student looking to gain business experience as part of your degree? Want to see what a career at ZURU could look like? Applications for our ZURU x Delta Institute Global University Case Competition are now open!
About ZURU
ZURU is on a mission to disrupt across industries, challenge the status quo and catalyst change through radical innovation and automation advances. This is in play in different pillars of the company: ZURU Toys are re-imagining what it means to play; ZURU Tech is shaping a better future by leading the next building revolution; ZURU Edge is pioneering new generation FMCG brands to better serve modern consumers. Founded in 2003 by EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray, ZURU has quickly grown to a team of over 5000 direct and indirect members across more than 30 international locations. One of the largest toy companies in the world, globally recognised and award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers. Our global FMCG brands include MONDAY Haircare, Rascal + Friends, NOOD, BONKERS, Gumi Yum Surprise.
About Delta Institute
Delta Institute is Crimson Education's work experience arm where we support our students to supercharge their careers in high school through immersive work experience programs (Delta Careers), practical, project-based training in AI and Code (Deltaschool) as well as support to develop and launch their own business or capstone project (Delta Launch powered by Icehouse Ventures). At Delta Institute, we're all about building the "delta" factor in our students' application portfolios. With us, students gain access to a dynamic learning environment, leveraging advanced technologies and industry partnerships to bridge the gap between academia and the professional world. Over 750 students have benefited from our programs thus far, all of them going on to study at well-renowned institutions and some at top ones such as Stanford, Princeton, Columbia, NYU, Imperial, Cambridge, and more. The possibilities for students are truly endless.

Why should you apply

  • Gain insight into what working in the commercial team of a global toy company could look like
  • Attend masterclasses where you will learn core skills from commercial leaders at ZURU, this includes masterclasses around business development, pillars of persuasion and delivering an amazing presentation
  • Network and present your case to a panel of ZURU team members
  • Winners of the case competition will be given the opportunity to interview for an internship at ZURU (location dependant)

The details

  • As part of the application, you need to complete a video submission. Please upload a video of yourself answering the question: Can you tell us about the non-academic accomplishment you’re most proud of and why? To this link - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2Fp-MQiHHjuG6iHQrutnyNMwLFtpreXN_Dz7CUEXwnfRUMA/viewform?usp=sf_link
  • If you are selected to take part in the competition, you will be placed into groups you will complete the case competition with
  • The case competition is expected to take approximately 10 hours a week from mid July to mid August.
Life @ ZURU At ZURU, we have cultivated a high-performing culture that encourages excellence. Our team works towards ambitious goals, learning, performing, and improving together, all while having fun. We empower talented individuals to do their best work every day.
At ZURU, you get out what you put in. You are responsible for driving your own career and we provide the platform to achieve it. As ZURU is on such a fast growth trajectory, there are opportunities here that you won’t find anywhere else. Get to know us a little better by checking out @lifeatzuru on Instagram or www.zuru.com.
ZURU – Reimagining tomorrow 🚀

Advice from our career coach

As someone interested in gaining business experience, this opportunity with ZURU as part of the Delta Institute Global University Case Competition could be a fantastic way to see what a career at ZURU looks like. To stand out as an applicant and make the most of this experience, here are some tips:

  • Highlight any relevant course work or projects that demonstrate your interest and skills in business and innovation.
  • Emphasize any experience you have with teamwork and case competitions to showcase your ability to collaborate and think critically.
  • In your video submission, focus on a non-academic accomplishment that demonstrates your creativity, leadership, or problem-solving skills.
  • Research ZURU and their different pillars to show your understanding of the company and its mission.
  • Be prepared to dedicate approximately 10 hours a week from mid July to mid August for the case competition, demonstrating your commitment and time management skills.

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