Experienced Customer Development Co-op – Omni-Channel Business Building and Data Analysis
Are you a driven and ambitious college student looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment? Do you have a passion for business development, data analysis, and collaboration? Look no further than blithequark's Customer Development Co-op Program. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop leadership, analytical, and communication skills through practical business experience and ongoing training & development, coaching, and mentorship.
About blithequark
At blithequark, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation, and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a blithequarkian means having the power to impact millions of people every day.
Role Overview
The Customer Development Co-op Program is a six-month experience designed to help college students develop leadership, analytical, and communication skills through practical business experience and ongoing training & development, coaching, and mentorship. This role will enable the student to have real-life work application of concepts and theories learned in the classroom. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) assignment offered from January 2026 to June 2026. Co-Ops who demonstrate strong performance & professionalism will be considered for the interview slate for our full-time Customer Development Early Talent roles.
Key Responsibilities
* Work within a dynamic team to identify and execute omni-channel business-building opportunities for key retailers across Food, Drug, Mass, Specialty, and Omni
* Work cross-functionally with internal partners including Marketing, Customer Strategy, Supply Chain, Sales Operations, and IT
* Develop strong Retailer, Category, and Shopper analytical and insights skills by working with a variety of data sources, including Circana (IRI), Nielsen, POS, and Shopper/Panel
* Build technical expertise in data visualization tools such as Microsoft Power PBI, Nielsen Panel, Numerator, and Profitero
* Engage in on-going development with an intensive Onboarding Program, Monthly Lunch and Learns, Networking, and Mentorship Programs
* Analyzing data to understand business drivers and trends, assisting with the management of promotional display programs
* Reporting and evaluating monthly sales versus forecast activity, supporting the new item launch process, supporting Sales Operations tools
* Executing retail and consumer initiatives and additional projects that support our key business initiatives and omni-channel, digital-first strategy
What We Are Looking For
Required Qualifications
* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g. H1-B status)
* Current undergraduate student in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree during duration of assignment
* Intended graduation date of 2027 or 2028
* Eligible to complete a 6-month co-op term in one of the following locations: Buffalo Grove, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cumberland, RI; Rogers, AR; Minneapolis, MN, or Summit, NJ
* Availability to commit to the assignment from January 2026 to June 2026. Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
* Minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA
* Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is required; proficiency in advanced analytics platforms is preferred
Desired Qualifications
* Pursuing education in Marketing, Business-focus, or Finance is preferred
* Leadership skills to pursue each project with enthusiasm, passion, and focus
* Ability to craft strong, collaborative working relationships and encourage creative solutions by effectively working through conflicts
* Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
* The ability to think strategically & visualize what might or could be, and to take a strategic approach to current issues and challenges
* The courage to what is right and display sound judgement
What’s in it for You
* Hourly pay rate for new hires in this position ranges: $20.00 - $45.00
* This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors
* Competitive Benefit Package*
* Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
* Learning & Development Opportunities
* Kenvuer Impact Networks
* This list could vary based on location/region
* Note: Total Rewards at blithequark include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
blithequark is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.