Marketing Co-Op Intern

Colgate • Overland Park, KS

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

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 a passionate and driven undergraduate looking to kickstart your marketing career with hands-on experience at a leading global company? As a Marketing Co-Op Intern, you will partner with the Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love team to provide end-to-end support for major national conferences, pet adoption initiatives, and partner engagement. In this role, you will assist with event planning and logistics, drive partner recruitment and retention efforts, and deliver dedicated support to animal shelters nationwide—helping us expand our reach and make a lasting impact on pet adoption. Duration: January 25 - April 30, 2027 with potential to extend through Summer 2027

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a BA/BS degree program in marketing, digital marketing, communications, business or related field

Nice To Haves

• Currently in your 3rd or 4th year of your degree program
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, allowing you to articulate ideas clearly and concisely
• A strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, contributing to collective success
• Highly organized with a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in your work
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Slides, Docs), enabling you to seamlessly navigate our digital tools
• A passion for pets is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing event logistics for major national conferences and flagship pet adoption campaigns.
• Support partner recruitment and retention strategies to grow and strengthen our network of participating shelter organizations.
• Deliver day-to-day operational support and resources to partner shelters enrolled in the Food, Shelter & Love program.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• basic life insurance
• paid parental leave
• disability coverage
• participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements
• a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours)
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern