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No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number #176269 - 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. 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 Key Responsibilities • Event & Logistics Management: Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing event logistics for major national conferences and flagship pet adoption campaigns. • Partner Engagement: Support partner recruitment and retention strategies to grow and strengthen our network of participating shelter organizations. • Program & Shelter Support: Deliver day-to-day operational support and resources to partner shelters enrolled in the Food, Shelter & Love program. Required Qualifications: • Currently enrolled in a BA/BS degree program in marketing, digital marketing, communications, business or related field Preferred Qualifications: • 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! Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $22.00 - $25.00 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 laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies. Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation. For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here . #LI-Hybrid

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No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #176269 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States
Event & Logistics Management: Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing event logistics for major national conferences and flagship pet adoption campaigns.
Partner Engagement: Support partner recruitment and retention strategies to grow and strengthen our network of participating shelter organizations.
Program & Shelter Support: Deliver day-to-day operational support and resources to partner shelters enrolled in the Food, Shelter & Love program.
Currently enrolled in a BA/BS degree program in marketing, digital marketing, communications, business or related field

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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!

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