2026 Product Design-Sensory & Analytical Co-Op

Overview

Hill's Pet Nutrition, part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, offers high-quality pet nutrition through Prescription Diet and Science Diet. Veterinarians worldwide recommend Hill's products. Available in approximately 80 countries, the product line includes more than 60 Prescription Diet pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet pet foods. Colgate-Palmolive is a global consumer products company with a culture guided by Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous values.

We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and driven Intern to join our Product Design Sensory & Analytical team. The team collaborates with Product Development and Packaging to gain insights into product composition, food / packaging interactions, and overall pet food product stability. You will work in a laboratory setting to analyze product stability and inform design, shelf life, and packaging decisions.

Job details : Job Title : 2026 Product Design-Sensory & Analytical Co-Op; Posting Start Date : 9 / 9 / 25; Location : Topeka, Kansas, United States; On-site No Relocation Offered Job Number# 169204.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate key laboratory activities.
• Pull and submit samples for accelerated and ambient studies to understand product stability over time.
• Prepare samples and packaging for sensory analysis and GC measurements.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, maintain, and operate laboratory equipment.
• Develop and refine analytical methods / SOPs for processes (GC analysis).
• Conduct a project research in the area of product stability.

Education / Experience

Expected Areas of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range : $23.50 - $33.50 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) with company matching, subject to eligibility. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation / PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information will be provided at hire and may be subject to adjustments.

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

We are dedicated to developing talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Colgate-Palmolive is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

For additional terms and conditions, please review Colgate policies as applicable.

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