SUMMER 2023 PRESIDENTIAL ASSOCIATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (ALL TRACKS)

The Summer 2023 Presidential Associate (PA) Internship Program is part of the CEO Global Presidential Program. The full-time Presidential Associate Program is an intensive, 18-month rotational program specially designed for recent graduates with a Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS). This program integrates customized professional rotations, continuous leadership development, coaching, mentoring, hands-on practical experience, group networking opportunities, and strategic thinking initiatives to optimize talent and build business acumen and capability. It capitalizes on the participants' creativity, learning agility and innovation to create bespoke, high-touch experiences that will accelerate career growth.  

The Estée Lauder Companies offers graduates students the opportunity to participate in the Summer Presidential Associate Internship Program between their junior and senior years of college. The 10-week Summer Internship Program offers participants an opportunity to work in one critical area of the business under the guidance and sponsorship of a key executive. 

The CEO Global Presidential Program Tracks: 

The program tracks are linked to the strategic focus of the business and are subject to change based on business needs. Specific opportunities will also vary by region.  

North America (NYC) 

• Marketing 

• Online 

• Human Resources 

• Global Supply Chain 

• Data Analytics 

• Creative / Design

Marketing 

The Marketing track provides PAs with exposure in the key areas of consumer, product, and digital marketing. The Marketing PA will have the opportunity to interact with senior executives within our powerhouse of brands and functions. Participants will also gain exposure to the global marketing strategy of the organization and how it is implemented throughout the regions and affiliates around the world. They will be given challenging projects and will have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional partners i.e., Product Development, Creative, Finance, Demand Planning or Global Brand Supply Chain. The Marketing PA will gain a comprehensive understanding of ELC brand marketing calendars and learn to master the art of conducting business and competitive analysis. 

Sample Rotations: 

• North America Consumer Engagement, Clinique 

• Global Product Marketing, La Mer 

• Global Consumer Insights, MAC Cosmetics

Online 

The Online track focuses on the increasingly important role of e/m-commerce and digital innovation in today’s retail landscape. The Online PA will be exposed to various functions within our Online division with a focus on e-commerce, merchandising analytics, and omnichannel initiatives while being a part of a fast-growing area of the business. 

Sample Rotations: 

• North America E-commerce, Bobbi Brown 

• Omnichannel 

• Online Customer Acquisition and Retention

Human Resources 

The Human Resources track promotes a focus on the strategic priorities within the Centers of Excellence in Global Human Resources. The Human Resources PA will be assigned challenging projects and well-rounded experiences that will provide them the opportunity to be strategic business partners, working with all levels of management. The Human Resources PA will work on projects related to ELC’s objective of attracting, hiring, retaining, and developing top talent. 

Sample Rotations: 

• Human Resources Business Partner, La Mer 

• Global Talent 

• Enterprise Learning and Development

Global Supply Chain 

The Global Supply Chain track focuses on areas including manufacturing, planning, sourcing, and distribution. The Global Supply Chain PA will gain exposure to strategic sourcing, tactical purchasing, logistics, supplier quality, global planning, production scheduling, all with a sustainability lens. 

Sample Rotations: 

• Sustainable Sourcing 

• Indirect Procurement 

• Global Brand Supply Chain, Clinique

Data Analytics 

The Data Analytics track focuses on the evolving role of data insights and analytics in our consumer growth and marketing strategies. The Data Analytics PA will be offered various technically challenging roles in our Enterprise Marketing division with a focus on data science, data analytics and customer relationship management. These roles will represent a cross section of global and regional perspectives. 

Sample Rotations: 

• Global Business Analytics & Intelligence 

• La Mer Brand Growth Intelligence 

• Global Digital Marketing & Partnerships

Creative / Design

The Creative / Design track focuses on the growing importance of the creative skillsets in the areas of visual merchandising, store design, package design, and digital asset creation. The Creative / Design PA will be exposed to different areas of the business such as in-store merchandising, in-store collateral, special events, windows, merchandising units, design development and execution in different brands and functions at The Estée Lauder Companies.  

Sample Rotations: 

• Global and North America Store Design, Origins 

• Visual Merchandising, Tom Ford Beauty 

• Experiential Design, MAC Cosmetics

The summer internship program offers participants: 

• Challenging and engaging experiences within critical business functions, working under the guidance and sponsorship of a key executive, while contributing as a functioning member of a team.  

• A suite of activities ranging from senior management presentations to professional development programs.  

• Corporate business overview with William P. Lauder, Executive Chairman, or Fabrizio Freda, President and Chief Executive Officer.  

• Program leaders committed to the development of each summer intern—as a member of this program, you will develop the skills and experience needed to accelerate your career

Qualifications: 

• A rising senior at the undergraduate level 

• Relevant internship or work experience 

• Demonstrated record of achievement as well as strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills 

• Global exposure/study abroad is a plus

Work Authorization  

• Please note the Presidential Associate Program does not offer sponsorship   

• We require US work authorization, without restriction, for all PA candidates

Please specify where you are authorized to work as well as your functional area of interest (i.e. Marketing, Human Resources, Online, etc.) in your cover letter. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.