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Global Research & Development Summer Internship

Colgate-Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive

Global Research & Development Summer Internship

Piscataway, NJ
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you looking for an exciting Summer Internship experience in the field of Science? Our summer internship program provides a unique opportunity to be mentored by Scientists in a state-of-the-art laboratory where innovation thrives and successful products are created for a large global consumer products goods company.

    We are Colgate-Palmolive – a large consumer products goods company that sells products under brand names you know such as Colgate, Palmolive, Tom’s of Maine, Mennen, Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Ajax plus many more around the world. In addition, we care tremendously about the health of your pets as we are a successful pet nutrition company with our Hill’s Science Diet product line. We are also a company known for truly living our core values of caring, global teamwork, and continuous improvement while caring for our planet through our successful sustainability efforts.

    Our Summer Internships are unique in that:

    • You will work on a substantial project with one-on-one guidance from one of our many expert Scientists.
    • You will have the opportunity to network with other students with the same career interests as you in our program as well as get exposure to senior leaders in our company.
    • Opportunities are available in our Oral Care and Personal Care Products Divisions and span our Early Research, Product Development, and Implementation and Support functions!
    • You'll gain hands-on experience developing and implementing complex technologies that drive both new product launches and the continuous improvement of existing products, producing patents and writing submissions for publication, as well as the opportunity to work in a collaborative, innovative and agile environment affording you continuous learning experiences!
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications:

    • Pursuing a B.S. Degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineer, Food Science, or a related Science area
    • Graduating between December 2020-December 2022
    • GPA of 3.0 or above
    • Able to work 37.5-40 hours a week for the 10-week Summer Internship program at our Piscataway, NJ Campus
    • Authorized to work in the US with no need for sponsorship now or in the future
    • Innovative (we want your creativity!)

    Perks:

    • Candidates residing beyond 50 miles of our Piscataway, NJ location may be eligible for a relocation stipend.
    • On-site fitness classes and gym available for intern use
  • Industry
    Consumer Goods
  • About Us

    Every one of our employees plays an important role in ensuring we deliver the quality products consumers rely on to care for themselves and the ones they love. So we recognize that our success is driven by these talented and dedicated Colgate people around the world. And in turn we are dedicated to the success of our people, offering an array of resources to help expand their professional and personal horizons - from stimulating career opportunities and access to world-class training and leadership development programs, to wellness initiatives and opportunities to contribute to the communities where we live and work.