2025 Global Marketing Development Internship Program (New York, NY, US) - Colgate-Palmolive Company

Salary for internship: $90,000 - $114,000, annualized based on 10 weeks- subject to applicable taxes and withholdings

Salary range for rotational program: $102,400 - $153,600

Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.

Are you an MBA student considering a career in Brand or General Management? Join Colgate-Palmolive today! Over the course of our ten-week 2025 Global Marketing Development Internship Program, you will:

• Perform strategic project work while immersed in the day-to-day business

• Get hands-on experience in helping drive growth for the iconic brands that are found in more homes globally than any other brand worldwide

• Learn through a robust training program, interact with leadership and receive mentorship

• Potentially earn the opportunity to join our Full Time Rotational Program beginning Fall 2026 upon completion of your MBA

• Enjoy lively networking sessions with Colgate leadership and participate in exciting social events in and around New York City

• Become a valuable part of a caring company that gives back to our people, community and the planet

Upon completion of the 10-week 2025 Summer Internship and your MBA, you may progress to joining the Full-Time Global Marketing Development Program which will begin Fall 2026. This 2-Year program will expose you to what is required to run a global business.

The 2026 GMDP is structured as a 2-Year business exposure to build capabilities, develop from experiences, build networks, and stability within the organization:

Sales Rotation - 4 months based in one of several Sales Offices across the US

• Learn how our products are sold to retailers

• Develop your analytical and storytelling skills

• Analyze category, customer & shopper data to maximize commercial effectiveness

Global Marketing Rotation - 4 months in Foreign CPG Market or within NYC-based Global Marketing team

• Learn what it means to run a truly global business

• Interact with other Colgate people around the globe

• Build strategic thinking skills as you help manage global brand equities

Brand Rotation One - 8 months in the New York City office

• Gain hands-on experience in brand management and the 5Ps of marketing

• Involve in various aspects of the marketing process and operations

• Develop your analytical and storytelling skills

Brand Rotation Two - 8 months in the New York City office

• Project manage various initiatives

• Have an opportunity to identify growth opportunities

• Practice strategic thinking and problem solving abilities

Upon successful completion of the full-time 2-Year program, you will join one of our three core US Marketing teams: Oral Care, Home & Personal Care, or Consumer Growth & Experience. The cross-functional experience in the Global Marketing Development Program will give you the tools you’ll need to help manage one of our businesses and will set you on the path toward a management-level marketing career as well as a variety of other rewarding career options! Our practice of promoting from within and rotating brand assignments will further enhance your opportunities within our organization.

Who You Are:

• You are a rapid, self-driven learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a constant thirst for knowledge with continuous curiosity

• You are a multitasker who can balance analytics, creativity, and strategic thinking while making quick progress in the rapidly changing business landscape

• You are a strong communicator who can stand up for what you believe, seek new opportunities and solutions and is able to drive clarity in ambiguous situations

• You are a true collaborator who loves working in close-knit, dynamic teams

• You are passionate about Consumer Goods and have a ‘can-do’ attitude with a willingness to roll up your sleeves, experiment, act fearlessly and challenge the status quo.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited MBA program

• Minimum of 1-3 years prior related experience, with key involvement in business analysis and cross-functional project management

• Proven leadership of large cross-functional team

• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $90,000.00 - $114,000.00 USD

Pay is based on multiple non-discriminatory, individualized factors including but not limited to experience, job-related knowledge and education, skills and office/market location. In addition to base salary, salaried employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing and, for Executive-level (salary grade 16 and above) roles only, long-term incentives in the form of Restricted Stock Units and/or Stock Options.

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefits plans then in effect, all salaried employees are also eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes:

• Insurance: Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible to participate in Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance plans.
• Retirement Plans: Employees are eligible to enroll in Colgate's 401(k) plan, which provides for company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements
• Vacation/PTO: Employees receive a minimum of 15 days of vacation/PTO leave annually
• Paid Holidays: Employees receive a minimum of 13 paid/floating holidays annually
• Paid Sick Leave: Based on location and consistent with applicable state and local law, employees receive a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick leave on January 1st of each year
• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees may take up to eight weeks of paid parental leave and 12 weeks of unpaid leave (varies for employees with fewer than 12 months of service and is subject to hours worked requirements)

Our Commitment to Sustainability
With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

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