Social Media Summer Intern

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #168806 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States

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.
 

Hill’s Pet Nutrition Inc

JOB TITLE: Social Media Intern

LOCATION: Hybrid in Overland Park, KS 

TRAVEL: Some travel (10%)

DURATION: June 2026-August 2026 (10 weeks) 

SALARY RANGE: $20-$24.50/hr

 

Job Summary

Objective: To assist the Social Media Analyst in implementing and enhancing social media strategies to increase brand awareness, engagement, and follower growth across various social media platforms.

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Community Management:

  • Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions.

  • Respond to queries and engage with followers to foster community growth.

  • Report any issues or negative feedback to the Social Media Analyst.

• Analytical Support:

  • Track and report on social media performance metrics using analytic tools.

  • Identify trends and insights to help optimize content and strategy.

  • Assist in preparing monthly social media performance reports.

• Research and Trends:

  • Stay updated on the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices.

  • Research competitor activity and industry trends to provide actionable insights.

• Administrative Tasks:

  • Assist in the preparation of presentation slides and marketing materials.

  • Carry out any other assigned tasks to support the marketing team.

 

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions.

 

Education/ Experience

Minimum education and experience requirements:

• Highschool diploma or GED

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.

 

Expected Areas of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with major social media platforms and their best practices.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.

• Google/Microsoft Suite proficiency (i.e, Sheets, Slides, Docs)

Leadership Competencies 

• Create the future by pursuing curiosity, courageously change, and recognize progress.

• Commit to impact by providing clarity, take ownership, and do what’s right.

• Cultivate trust by listening with empathy, speak openly, and growing together.

 

Functional Competencies 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a wide range of people

 

Working Relationships (Key partnerships and reporting relationships)

• Does this position supervise:  No

 

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $20.00 - $24.50 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