Design Execution Intern / Co-Op (176251)

Colgate Palmolive; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing/relocation assistance

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive offers a Design Execution Internship based at the Hill’s Pet Nutrition Center in Topeka, Kansas. Interns will collaborate with cross-functional teams and network with senior leaders while gaining hands-on experience in print production, project management, and data analysis alongside expert scientists.

The program provides paid hourly compensation, with housing/relocation assistance, and exposure to Sr. Management in a global family setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least a Sophomore or higher seeking a degree in Graphic Communications with an interest in packaging.
• Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
• Ability to work in the United States on a permanent and unlimited basis
• This is a paid internship that provides a very competitive hourly pay rate plus a generous housing/relocation assistance stipend.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Network with senior leaders.
• Gain unique industry perspectives within our global family.
• Hands-on experience in print production and pre-media.
• Project management.
• Data analysis.

Education

Graphic Communications (degree program), packaging interest

Job description

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous— we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

At Hill’s Pet Nutrition, we transform the lives of millions of pets through pioneering innovation. We invite passionate students to contribute to this mission through our Design Execution Internship.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, network with senior leaders, and gain unique industry perspectives within our global family.

What we offer

Based at our Pet Nutrition Center in Topeka, Kansas, this internship offers hands‑on experience in print production, project management, and data analysis alongside expert scientists.

Multiple positions are available across two timeframes: January - June and June - December.

• Print Production & Pre-media
• Color and Print Quality assessment
• Project Management
• Data Analysis
• Mentoring by Subject Matter Experts
• Exposure to Sr. Management

Qualifications

• Must be at least a Sophomore or higher seeking a degree in Graphic Communications with an interest in packaging.
• Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
• Ability to work in the United States on a permanent and unlimited basis
• This is a paid internship that provides a very competitive hourly pay rate plus a generous housing/relocation assistance stipend.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range $26.00 - $38.00 USD
• Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for Executive-level roles.
• Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.