Micro Internship Program Eligibility The GradFUTURES Micro Internship program provides paid, part-time industry internship experience and an opportunity to apply discipline-specific training to interdisciplinary project(s) while working under the direction of an industry mentor. With faculty adviser approval, and in compliance with the Graduate School’s employment policy, Ph.D. students may participate in a paid, external internship/fellowship with a private-sector organization for up to 10 hours per week. International Ph.D. students may be subject to additional limitations based on work authorization. The organization agrees to pay the Ph.D. student directly for hours worked at an hourly rate for the duration of this fellowship/internship. To be eligible, you must have: Faculty Advisor approval Work authorization to work in the United States (International graduate students must meet with their Davis International Center adviser to confirm eligibility) Availability to work Monday through Friday with a flexible 10-hour/week schedule, as mutually agreed upon with the mentor/supervisor The organization below has partnered with the Graduate School to offer micro internship opportunities as follows. We are Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets, and our planet. The soap and candle business that William Colgate began in New York City early in the 19th century is now, more than 210 years later, a global consumer goods company with more than 34,000 employees serving hundreds of millions of people around the globe with a brand found in more homes than any other in the world. Our history and continuous innovations underscore the perpetual strength and creativity of our people around the world. We are always thinking about how we can improve our world and what we can do better. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition and reaching more than 200 countries and territories, Colgate-Palmolive teams develop, produce, distribute and sell health and hygiene products and pet nutrition essential to society. Our brands include Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, meridol, Tom’s of Maine, hello, Sorriso, Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sanex, Filorga, eltaMD, PCA Skin, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet. These are among the world’s most recognizable household names, trusted and relied upon by consumers everywhere. Visit the Colgate-Palmolive website to learn more. Micro-Internships at Colgate Palmolive There are several Experiential Learning Program internship opportunities available at Colgate-Palmolive for current Princeton graduate students through the GradFUTURES Micro-Internships in Industry program. When submitting your application and materials, please indicate the internship position(s) for which you'd like to be considered. 1. Research Scientist-Advanced Measurements Colgate-Palmolive invites applications to a Research Scientist position under the Cross-Category Research & Innovation team located in Piscataway NJ. The recruited candidate will work closely with the oral care and personal care categories to understand tooth structures and micelle systems to evaluate the efficacies of the oral care and personal care products under different conditions. This is a one-year opportunity with a potential to renew at the end of the term. The key responsibilities of this internship are as follows: Using advanced microscopy techniques, including Cryo-TEM, SEM, and FIB to understand tooth structures and micelle systems to evaluate the efficacies of the oral care and personal care products under different conditions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop a novel active form of ingredients Document and communicate complex experimental & theoretical results and draft journal publications Other specific responsibilities vary by project scope and previous experience Required Qualifications: Must be a Ph.D. student in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science & engineering, or related interdisciplinary fields. Knowledgeable and experienced in material synthesis and characterization Ability to work independently in a dynamic & cross-functional team working environment. Have experience in presenting and publishing experimental results Preferred Qualifications: Senior-level Ph.D student Experience in (cryo)-TEM and SEM/FIB and other related material characterization techniques Knowledge in image processing would be a plus Apply Now 2. Research Scientist- Formulation development Colgate-Palmolive invites applications to a research scientist position under the Cross-Category Research & Innovation team located in Piscataway NJ. The recruited candidate will work closely with the Oral Care Research & Innovation and Product Development teams to investigate ingredient interactions and find boosters to improve the efficacy. This is a one year opportunity with a potential to renew at the end of the term. The key responsibilities of this position are as follows: Apply holistic design perspectives on ingredient interactions aimed for increasing the efficacy/ effectiveness of experimental delivery systems. Conduct experiments investigating complex fluid systems with the aim to build fundamental understandings on key active ingredients in order to identify appropriate delivery systems such as surfactants, polymers, particulates, and mixtures and evaluate their impacts on delivery and product stability, applying these learnings to impact future product development and advance project objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize novel formulation designs & understandings with the goal to stabilize and enhance the efficacy of key active ingredients The initial targeted system of interest is focused on increasing deposition and delivery of active ingredients for Oral Care products along with novel delivery systems such as natural-based delivery vehicles. Working closely with other early research and product development teams, the candidate will identify and utilize a wide range of techniques to evaluate the efficacy and stability of formulated products and to investigate the underline delivery mechanisms Interpret and communicate complex experimental & theoretical results effectively Required Qualifications: Ph.D. student in polymer, colloid, biophysical chemistry & engineering, or related interdisciplinary fields. Knowledgeable and experienced in active delivery systems and active-ingredient interactions in complex fluids Highly interested in fundamental understanding with extensive hands-on experience on characterization techniques such as surface characterization, microscopy techniques, UV-vis & IR spectroscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, light scattering and others Ability to think independently and work effectively in a dynamic & cross-functional working environment. Be a self-motivated & passionate scientist who works well in a team environment with other scientists and engineers holding a variety of different backgrounds, skills, and experiences. Have excellent oral and written communication skills; able to communicate complex technical results effectively in oral presentations and preparing documents. Preferred Qualifications: Experience and knowledge on absorption & penetration research and/or related fields Knowledge conducting statistical analysis and programming would be a plus. Apply Now 3. Scientific Communications Specialist (2 internships available in this area) This role in Scientific Communications is within the Research & Development Organization at Colgate-Palmolive. It is a unique role that combines scientific and technical expertise with creative thinking and communication skills. Working in the Research and Development organization, you will be embedded in scientific teams to help bring these scientific stories to life. This role works in close partnership with R&D, Scientific Affairs, and Global Professional to deliver content such as technical publications and presentations, simple graphic designs, and more. The key responsibilities of this position are as follows: Major responsibilities include developing high-quality scientific communications such as peer reviewed publications; presentations to internal/external stakeholders; national/international conferences, etc. Effective collaboration both within the organization and with external partners is a requirement for this position. Required Qualifications: Pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biology and related sciences Minimum 3 years of previous experience in scientific research Excellent written communication skills (Writing sample is required) Must have great attention to detail Ability to multitask Desire to take creative ideas and translate them to compelling scientific communication Effective time-management, ability to multitask and handle a high volume of tasks in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to translate science into compelling graphics and visuals is plus Apply Now Related News Princeton University Graduate School Partners with Colgate-Palmolive on Ph.D. Experiential Learning Program
