Why Church & Dwight is different
Most consumer goods internships come with a shadow track and a lot of observation. Ours don't.
You own the work. Students are embedded in functional teams from the start and given real projects that align to entry-level roles. Not busy work. Not admin. Actual work you can talk to.
You get in the room. With a smaller corporate population than most of our rivals, you gain visibility and leadership exposure quickly. Including executive-level engagement.
You're part of a cohort. 40-60 interns each cycle join in on structured events, peer connection and a community built around the work.
The hiring process moves fast. Super Day interviews with offers made within a few days after. We won't string you along.
There's a path forward. High-performing interns are considered for continued opportunities. Early Careers alumni have progressed into full-time roles across the business.
This is often an intern-to-full-time pathway, not a one-off.
What your summer looks like
Internships
- Ten weeks, late May to early August. Here’s what to expect:
- Half-day welcome and onboarding session with leadership introductions, including our CMO and President
- Functional training specific to your team
- Mentorship throughout
- Networking and professional development sessions
- A capstone presentation to senior leadership
Co-op
Co-op placements are typically 6, 9 or 12 months, based on business need.
Co-ops follow the same functional team structure as internships, with the extended timeline giving you deeper hands-on experience and more opportunity to progress into a full-time role.
Where you could work
We offer entry level corporate jobs and early career placements across many major function of the business. Here’s where you could land:
Marketing
MBA students take on Summer Associate Brand Manager roles tackling live challenges across TROJAN™, ARM & HAMMER™, OXICLEAN™, VITAFUSION™ and more. Undergraduates join E-Commerce, Digital Strategy and Social teams through our marketing internship tracks. Expect real work across strategy, market research, creative development and media planning.
We also offer digital internship and e-commerce internship roles for students focused on performance and growth channels.
Research & Development
Work alongside engineers and industry professionals on projects spanning packaging innovation, quality, pilot plant and process development. We recruit for packaging engineering internship roles and R&D positions for students in Packaging Science and Engineering.
Finance
Our finance internship and co-op placements offer practical experience across corporate FP&A, accounting, operations, finance, international finance and financial reporting. With access to senior Finance leaders.
Sales
Our sales analyst internship is a two-summer rotational program covering account management, category and shopper insights, customer strategic planning and sales analytics.
Global Supply Chain
Our supply chain internship placements put you on real projects across customer logistics, corporate planning, LEAN manufacturing, transportation and warehousing, procurement and sustainability.
Who we're looking for
You’re eligible if you are:
- An undergraduate student. Currently a rising junior or rising senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree
- A first-year MBA student with an interest in marketing or sustainability
All roles additionally require:
- US work authorization (US citizen, permanent resident or green card holder)
- Ability to work a hybrid work schedule based out of Ewing, NJ or Princeton, NJ (three days in office per week)
We hire on potential.
Curiosity, strong communication, analytical skills and a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude matter more than a perfect GPA. If you’re looking for entry level corporate jobs that give you real ownership from day one, this is the place.
Our recruitment cycle
University Partnerships
We have an active presence on key campuses aligned with strengths in business, packaging science and related disciplines, including Rutgers University, Rutgers Business School, University of Michigan, Rochester Institute of Technology, The College of New Jersey and Rider University. We welcome applicants from all accredited colleges and universities for our programs.
Not on the list? We still want to hear from you.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does recruitment open and close?
Applications for our Summer student internship program open at the beginning of September and close at the beginning of December of the prior year.
Where are the roles based?
Our corporate roles are located in Ewing, NJ (corporate, marketing, finance and sales functions) and Princeton, NJ (R&D). Most roles operate on a hybrid work schedule.
Housing support may be available if you’re more than 30 miles from either site.
What does the interview process involve?
We pride ourselves in being efficient with interviews and offer students the opportunity to meet with a 2- or 3-person interview panel, with quick decisions. Offers typically go out within a few days.
Is it paid?
Yes. All our paid internships for college students include competitive compensation. Every Early Careers placement at Church & Dwight is a paid internship.
What benefits do interns receive?
Accrued PTO through our staffing partner, hybrid schedule and access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Access to the company store where you can enjoy Church & Dwight brands at cost.
What majors are eligible?
It varies by function. We hire across business, marketing, engineering, packaging science and related fields. Academic fit matters less than skills and drive.
