2027 CDO Internship - Minneapolis
About the role
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. In an ever-changing retail environment, it is an exciting time to be a part of the Customer Development team at Colgate. Our internship is designed for students passionate about pursuing a career in sales with a global consumer goods company. Our sales teams are highly collaborative with a focus on cultivating strong customer relationships and using analytics, insights, innovative thinking to win with our Customers and deliver growth.
Responsibilities
- Shopper Marketing
- Account Management
- Category Management
- Cross-functional partnerships
- Building superior customer (retailer) relationships
- Balancing sales in ecommerce, digital, and in store at major retailers
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation of Spring 2028.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze datasets and translate data into actionable insights.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position; applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis and must not require the Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
Qualifications
- Previous internship or co-op experience in sales, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or retail analytics.
- Proven adaptability in fast-paced environments with strong problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with category management principles, e-commerce metrics, or financial acumen.
Skills
- Analytical skills
- Financial acumen
- Working with retailer and market data to solve real world business needs
- Essentials of storytelling when building a narrative
Benefits
- Exposure to Senior Leadership – leaders are open and accessible to learning about you and sharing insights to their career journeys.
- Mentors & Buddy Program – developing connections with coworkers and mentors; you'll be given a mentor and a buddy providing mentorship