PepsiCo Canada: Marketing Winter 2027 Co-op

PepsiCo; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Canada is seeking a Marketing Co-op in Mississauga, ON for a 4-month period. The role offers early responsibility, opportunities to lead initiatives, and development through mentors as you work with globally recognized brands like Gatorade, Lay's, and Quaker.

You will help drive strategic marketing projects and learn to manage brand programs end-to-end. The position emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with hands-on

Qualifications

• Pursuing a university degree in business or MBA.
• Strong knowledge of marketing concepts and practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Analytical and conceptual thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with brand calendar planning, including programming and product launches.
• Develop Brand Trackers and business review documents.
• Present work to senior marketing executives.
• Lead a strategic marketing project with the Marketing Leadership Team.

Skills

Marketing concepts

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

University degree in Business or MBA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Position: Marketing Co-op

Location: Mississauga, ON

Duration: 4 months

Compensation: $22.25-33.25

Education and Eligibility: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year students currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution

At PepsiCo, you'll find the opportunity to grow your career, make an impact, and help shape what's next. As one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, our beloved brands—including Gatorade, Lay's, and Quaker—help create smiles with every sip and bite. Behind our products is a connected system that starts with how we source and grow ingredients alongside farmers and extends to how we make, move, and deliver products while driving positive impact for our business and communities.

At PepsiCo Canada we’re always on the lookout for great talent – and that search often brings us to campuses like yours! So, why choose the Marketing Co-op Program?

• Early Responsibility: Accelerate your career progression with early responsibility and leadership opportunities
• Make an Impact: Lead change and shake things up, in a fast paced, dynamic, and evolving industry where you can sink your teeth into challenging opportunities and drive for growth
• Development and Coaching: Get coaching from experienced mentors to develop yourself and learn to develop others at a company where our People are a strategic priority
• Mega Brands: Make tangible impact on Globally recognized billion-dollar brands! Your friends and family can touch and taste the impact you make!

Responsibilities

The Marketing function is responsible for leading the strategic direction of the Company. They are responsible for putting the consumer first to deliver innovative programming that will ignite growth for our company and customers. The Assistant Marketing Manager will be directly involved in helping deliver key programs and strategic pillars. Work plans will build strong project management and analysis experience. Candidates will need to have strong communication, leadership, collaboration skills and a drive for results. In this role, you’ll be working on:

• Project management and agency leadership opportunities through assisting in the development of the brand calendar including programming, merchandising strategies and product launches
• Analytical experiences through the development of Brand Trackers and Business review documents
• Presenting your work to Senior Marketing team executives
• Lead and present a strategic marketing project to the Marketing Leadership Team

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

• Working towards a University degree in Business and/or MBA
• Strong knowledge of marketing concepts and practices
• Excellent Microsoft Excel/ PowerPoint skills
• Analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Outstanding communication / interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast paced, complex environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

At the heart of PepsiCo are our people: professionals who bring curiosity, drive, and fresh thinking, working together to turn ideas into action. Across functions, teams, and markets, we collaborate to solve challenges, unlock new opportunities, and create meaningful impact for our consumers, customers, and communities.

No matter your role, you'll be part of a connected community where your contributions matter, your voice is heard, and your development is supported. With opportunities to grow, belong, and smile, PepsiCo offers more than a place to build your career—it offers the chance to help create what's next.

PepsiCo may use Artificial Intelligence as part of its hiring process. Specifically, we may use AI-based tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.