2027 Co-Op: OTC Product Development (6 months, Jan. start)

Haleon plc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Haleon plc. offers a student co-op by the Richmond, Virginia site, a global Center of R&D Excellence for OTC product development.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting development across oral, topical, and nasal products for brands like Advil, Panadol, and Voltaren, under guidance from experienced scientists. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in pharmaceutical sciences or related field, with lab experience and strong Excel/Word skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology or related field; graduation between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Laboratory experience gained through coursework, research or internships.
• Experience collecting and analyzing experimental data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Available to work full-time for at least 6 months in 2027, with potential to extend to 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience supporting pharmaceutical product development projects.
• Support the development and testing of oral, topical, and nasal consumer healthcare products.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and analyze scientific data.
• Partner with experienced scientists to solve formulation challenges.
• Support the development of products for iconic brands such as Advil, Flonase, and Panadol.
• Contribute to innovation projects focused on improving consumer experiences.
• Share project results and recommendations with the broader team.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Data analysis

Excel

Word

Full-time availability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

About the role

At Haleon, we design and develop Over-the-Counter (OTC) products and technologies that help consumers lead healthier lives. The Richmond, Virginia site is a global Center of R&D Excellence where teams develop innovative products for iconic brands including Panadol, Advil, Flonase, Theraflu, and Voltaren. Through a consumer-first approach, the team works to shape the future of consumer healthcare through product and technology innovation.

The R&D OTC Product Development team is responsible for developing innovative drug products across a variety of dosage forms, including tablets, liquids, sprays, creams, and gels. As a student co-op, you will gain hands‑on industry experience while working alongside experienced scientists to support the development of products used by millions of consumers around the world.

Key responsibilities

• Gain hands‑on experience supporting pharmaceutical product development projects.
• Support the development and testing of oral, topical, and nasal consumer healthcare products.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and analyze scientific data.
• Partner with experienced scientists to solve formulation challenges.
• Support the development of products for iconic brands such as Advil, Flonase, and Panadol.
• Contribute to innovation projects focused on improving consumer experiences.
• Share project results and recommendations with the broader team.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline graduating between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Laboratory experience gained through coursework, research, or internships.
• Experience collecting and analyzing experimental data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Available to work full‑time for at least 6 months in 2027, with potential to extend to 12 months.

Preferred

• Interest in pharmaceutical product development or consumer healthcare innovation.
• Hands‑on laboratory, research, internship, or co‑op experience.
• Strong initiative and willingness to learn.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a laboratory environment.

Eligibility and Program Requirements

• This internship requires working at the designated location. Candidates requiring relocation are responsible for arranging and funding their own housing, transportation, and relocation needs.
• Candidate must be able to work full‑time (40 hours/ week) Monday‑Friday ~8am-5pm for 6 months.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship in the future. Work authorization documentation will be required during the application process.
• The position is based in Richmond, requiring an in‑office presence of 4-5 days per week.

Expected start date: Jan 2027, with a possible 6-month extension.

Compensation for this internship is based on academic standing and degree program

• Freshman: $20.00/hour
• Sophomore: $22.50/hour
• Junior: $24.50/hour
• Senior: $26.00/hour
• Master's Student (Non-Engineering): $28.00/hour
• Master's Student (Engineering): $30.00/hour

Job Posting End Date

2026-10-27

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.