Marketing Internship
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Explore a Career in Marketing:
Are you an undergraduate student eager to launch your marketing or business career? Join Colgate-Palmolive’s Summer Internship Program out of the New York Headquarter Office and experience first-hand how we build and elevate some of the world’s most iconic brands.
What You’ll Gain:
During your internship, you will:
- Strengthen your analytical and financial skills by working with real market data to tackle business challenges.
- Learn to build impactful stories and compelling narratives through hands-on marketing projects.
- Work directly with teams that drive the growth of brands found in more homes than any other worldwide.
- Benefit from a structured learning experience, including exposure to company leadership and dedicated mentorship.
- Become part of a caring, collaborative company that values giving back—to our people, communities, and the planet.
- Network with fellow interns and professionals, and connect with Colgate-Palmolive’s Employee Resource Groups.
Who You Are:
- A fast, self-motivated learner with an innate curiosity and eagerness to embrace new challenges.
- A skilled multitasker who excels at blending analytics, creativity, and strategy to make meaningful business progress.
- An articulate communicator, confident in presenting ideas, navigating ambiguity, and driving clarity.
- A true team player who thrives in dynamic, close-knit groups.
- Passionate about the consumer goods industry, determined to make an impact, ready to experiment, and unafraid to challenge the status quo.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled as a Junior in an undergraduate degree program, intended graduation in Spring of 2026.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and an ability to interpret data.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage projects and deliver results.
- Flexible and adaptable in overcoming obstacles and devising innovative solutions.
- Authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
- Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $20.00 - $23.50 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
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.