Global Marketing Development Program Internship 2026

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #170342 - New York, New York, 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.
 

Are you an MBA student considering a career in Brand or General Management? Join Colgate-Palmolive today! Over the course of our 10-Week 2026 Global Marketing Development Summer Associate Program, you will:

 

• Perform strategic project work while immersed in the day-to-day business 

• Get hands-on experience in helping drive growth for the iconic brands that are found in more homes globally than any other brand worldwide

• Learn through a robust training program, interact with leadership and receive mentorship

• Potentially earn the opportunity to join our Full Time Rotational Program beginning Fall 2027 upon completion of your MBA

• Enjoy lively networking sessions with Colgate leadership and participate in exciting social events in and around New York City

• Become a valuable part of a caring company that gives back to our people, community and the planet

 

Upon completion of the 10-Week 2026 Summer Associate Program and your MBA, you may progress to joining the Full-Time Global Marketing Development Program which will begin Fall 2027. This 2-Year program will expose you to what is required to run a global business. The 2027 GMDP is structured as a 2-Year business exposure to build capabilities, develop from experiences, build networks, and stability within the organization:

 

Sales Rotation - 4 months based in one of several Sales Offices across the US

• Learn how our products are sold to retailers

• Develop your analytical and storytelling skills

• Analyze category, customer & shopper data to maximize commercial effectiveness

 

Global Marketing Rotation - 4 months in Foreign CPG Market or within NYC-based Global Marketing team

• Learn what it means to run a truly global business

• Interact with other Colgate people around the globe

• Build strategic thinking skills as you help manage global brand equities

 

Brand Rotation One - 8 months in the New York City office

• Gain hands-on experience in brand management and the 5Ps of marketing 

• Involve in various aspects of the marketing process and operations 

• Develop your analytical and storytelling skills

 

Brand Rotation Two - 8 months in the New York City office

• Project manage various initiatives 

• Have an opportunity to identify growth opportunities 

• Practice strategic thinking and problem solving abilities 

 

Upon successful completion of the Full-Time 2-Year program, you will join one of our core US Marketing teams: Oral Care or Home & Personal Care. The cross-functional experience in the Global Marketing Development Program will give you the tools you’ll need to help manage one of our businesses and will set you on the path toward a management-level marketing career as well as a variety of other rewarding career options!  Our practice of promoting from within and rotating brand assignments will further enhance your opportunities within our organization.

 

Who You Are:

• You are a rapid, self-driven learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a constant thirst for knowledge with continuous curiosity

• You are a multitasker who can balance analytics, creativity, and strategic thinking while making quick progress in the rapidly changing business landscape

• You are a strong communicator who can stand up for what you believe, seek new opportunities and solutions and is able to drive clarity in ambiguous situations

• You are a