2027 Global Marketing Development Program: Summer Associate Internship

Role Summary:

Are you an MBA student considering a career in Brand or General Management? Join Colgate-Palmolive’s Global Marketing Development Program and drive impactful change across our global marketing strategies

10-Week Summer Associate Program Overview

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

• Get hands-on experience 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 2028 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 2027 Summer Associate Program and your MBA, you may receive an offer to join the Full-Time Global Marketing Development Program which will begin Fall 2028. This 2-year rotational program equips high-potential leaders with essential skills in marketing, sales, and strategic planning. Participants will lead cross-functional initiatives across international hubs and brand management rotations to accelerate career growth while directly impacting the global health and wellness sector.

Full-Time Rotational Program Overview:

• 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 the NA Marketing teams on either the Oral Care or Home & Personal Care business. 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 courageously and challenge the status quo.

• You have demonstrated leadership of large cross-functional team

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited MBA program with intended graduation date between April - June 2028

• Minimum of 4 years prior experience

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis and must not require the Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.