2027 Summer Intern: Product Development

GSK • Richmond, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Haleon is a consumer health company whose purpose is to deliver better everyday health through deep human understanding and trusted science. The Product Development Intern will join an over-the-counter (OTC) research and development team and support a defined product development project involving Haleon consumer health products. The intern will work alongside experienced scientists, gain practical experience in product development, and learn how ideas are developed into products that meet consumers’ needs.

The internship is based in Richmond and requires an in-office presence 4–5 days per week. Candidates must work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, approximately 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., for 12 weeks. The expected start date is June 2027. Candidates are responsible for arranging and funding their own housing, transportation, and relocation needs if relocation is required. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require future sponsorship; work authorization documentation will be required during the application process.

Hourly compensation depends on academic standing and degree program: Freshman, $20.00; Sophomore, $22.50; Junior, $24.50; Senior, $26.00; Master’s student (non-engineering), $28.00; and Master’s student (engineering), $30.00. The job posting end date is November 27, 2026.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science, Pharmacy, or another related science or engineering discipline.
• Some laboratory experience through coursework, undergraduate research, previous internships, or other hands-on scientific experience.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, approximately 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., for 12 weeks.
• Authorized to work in the United States and will not require future sponsorship.
• Curious, motivated to learn, and comfortable asking questions and receiving feedback.
• Strong attention to detail and an interest in hands-on scientific problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hands-on laboratory or undergraduate research experience.
• Experience maintaining an accurate laboratory notebook or scientific documentation.
• Basic understanding of scientific principles, experimental design, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety practices and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn from challenges and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Support a defined product development project alongside scientists in the OTC R&D organization.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and assist with formulation and product development activities.
• Analyze experimental data and evaluate materials and products at different stages of development.
• Maintain clear and accurate laboratory documentation and notebooks.
• Learn and apply safe laboratory practices in a professional R&D environment.
• Work with a technical mentor and other scientists to troubleshoot challenges, ask questions, and identify next steps.
• Support scientific research and other activities contributing to ongoing product development projects.
• Summarize and communicate work, findings, and learnings through project updates and a final presentation.

What This Job Offers

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