Job Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Job Description

Ready to fuel the success of globally renowned brands like Gillette, Ariel, Fairy and Oral-B? Do you want to be part of the innovation and technological advancement of products used every day by millions of the world’s consumers? Want to work for a company consistently recognised as one of the UK’s leading graduate employers?

Then apply for an internship in Research and Development (R&D) at our Newcastle Innovation Centre and discover the essence behind crafting some of the world's most renowned brands. Delve into a realm where science takes centre stage. Some of the best scientists in the world go to work making our products just right for the billions of consumers who use them. We're talking cutting edge technology, "hands-on" labs and pilot plants, 41,000+ active patents and a team full of inventors.

What To Expect:

During your 12-week summer internship you will get a first-hand experience of what a career in R&D with P&G involves, and if it is right for you. You will immerse yourself in a scientist role, taking ownership and independently leading live R&D projects from day one working to solve touch technical challenges. This internship is designed for individuals ready to step up, showcasing their leadership capabilities while driving impactful business. Each intern receives a customized learning plan to ensure they get the right levels of coaching, mentoring, and training as they deliver their work. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging experience, have a passion for winning, strong leadership credentials and an interest in pursuing a career at P&G – this internship is for you!

This role is available in our innovation centres in our Newcastle Innovation Centre which focuses on developing Products for Fabric Care and Home Care with brands such as Ariel, Fairy and Bold.

What You Will Gain:

• Responsibilities and Real Work from Day1 – You will be given specific projects and responsibilities working on real and live business challenges, just like a true P&Ger.

• Continuous training & coaching – You will work with passionate people and receive both formal training as well as day-to-day mentoring from your manager.

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits – This is a paid management internship; the monthly salary for this role is £2,333.33. On top of this you’ll enjoy lots of benefits like the option to enrol in our pension, discounted P&G products, perks and flexible working arrangements.

• Full Time Role - Successful interns have the potential to secure a full-time position with P&G after graduation. As a 'build from within' company, our people start at entry level and progress through the organization. When we make a job offer, it’s with the expectation that you will grow into one of our future leaders, and to help you get there, you will work closely with skilled P&G veterans for mentoring and coaching at every step. Interns have the potential to secure a full-time management position with P&G after graduation.

Job Qualifications

What We Look For:

• University students pursuing an MSc in a scientific or engineering discipline graduating in 2025 or 2026 or those who have already graduated.

• Evidence of passion and achievements in academic and/or non-academic activities. Tell us what you’re proud of – be it playing a musical instrument or holding down a job alongside your studies. We want to get to know you during your application and encourage you to include examples that demonstrate our Peak Performance Behaviours including what actions you took and the results you achieved in your CV.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and a strong passion for research and innovation.

• Strong verbal and written English language skills.

Right to Work:

• For our internship roles, you will need to provide your own right to work in the UK for the full duration of your internship without requiring sponsorship from P&G. Note, this will require your right to work permission to be valid between 1st July 2025 to 19th September 2025 for a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.

• P&G is legally required to ensure all candidates have the right to work in the UK from Day 1 of their employment. All applicants will therefore be asked to provide evidence of their right to work at the conclusion of the recruitment process as a condition of employment.

Start date:

The internship's duration is from July 1st, 2025, until September 19th, 2025.

Application Deadline:

January 30th, 2025 – Apply soon to secure your chance, as positions could be filled before the deadline. We may close early if all roles are filled.

At P&G #weseeequal

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.

We champion social mobility and believe socio-economic status should not be a barrier to accessing job opportunities. That’s why in addition to this internship being paid, we offer provision of all the necessary technology and electronic equipment, access to a range of benefits, and financial support if you need to relocate for your internship - such as covering the cost of travel to your internship location.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please click here (https://faq.pgwebtools.com/disability-accommodation-request/?fl_builder) if you require an accommodation during the application process. Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000117301

Job Segmentation

Internships (Job Segmentation)