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A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet and Science Diet. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.

Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.

We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.

A career at Hill's Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

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Job Title: Intern

Travel Required?: No Travel

Posting Start Date: 9/22/26

On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #175574 - Emporia, 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.

About the Role

As an Engineering Intern at Hill's Pet Nutrition, you will play a key role in our Global Supply Chain operations. You will be responsible for leading a hands-on project from start to finish, with guidance from our industry experts. You will also get the chance to collaborate with diverse teams across our facility and network with your peers and senior leadership.

What You Will Be Doing

• Project Leadership: You will own a specific engineering project, taking it from the initial planning phase all the way through to completion.
• Process Mapping: You will learn and map out exactly how we produce our dry pet food, helping us visualize our workflows.
• Team Collaboration: You will work alongside different departments to gather insights, solve problems, and keep your project moving forward.
• Presenting Results: At the end of your internship, you will present your findings, project takeaways, and any suggested improvements to our leadership team.

What You Bring

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in fields like Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or Systems Engineering, as well as Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Analytics.

• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).

• Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is preferred.

• Requirements: A GPA of 3.0 or higher, the ability to work off-shift hours, and comfort working in a manufacturing environment.

• Commitment: Must be willing to relocate for the Summer Program (June-August) and authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $ - $ 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.

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