2027 Summer Intern: Brand Licensing

About PepsiCo

At PepsiCo, our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of over 500 beloved brands—including Gatorade, Lay's, and Quaker—our work touches millions of people daily. We are a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers, driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks. Our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you will be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact on your career and the world around you.

Licensing Intern

This role provides the opportunity to support the Global Licensing team in developing and executing licensing strategies across PepsiCo’s iconic food and beverage brands. This position offers direct exposure to brand partnerships, consumer products, retail programs, and licensing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Help identify market opportunities and support partner relationships.
• Conduct competitive and category research to inform strategy.
• Contribute to projects designed to strengthen brand equity and drive business growth.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Design, Legal, Finance, Category, and Commercial) to assist in evaluating new licensing opportunities.
• Manage project timelines and track partner deliverables.
• Support product approval processes.
• Support the development and execution of licensing strategies that strengthen PepsiCo brands and drive business growth.

Qualifications and Requirements

The ideal candidate is highly organized, business-minded, proactive, and passionate about consumer brands, innovation, and strategic partnerships.

Education & Skills

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Licensing, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong interest in brand licensing, partnerships, intellectual property, and consumer products.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and professionally.
• Detailed-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative team player comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Ability to conduct market and competitive research, identify licensing opportunities, and summarize key insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); experience with data analysis, project management tools, or licensing platforms is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must graduate with a bachelor's degree within one (1) year of internship completion.
2. Must possess the indefinite right to work in the United States.

Compensation & Details

The expected compensation hourly pay range for hires into our 2027 campus intern openings is $21.09 - $34.00 per hour. The actual starting salary is determined based on role, degree discipline, degree level, and location. Hourly pay for campus hires is pre-determined and non-negotiable.

PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), and a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, subject to elections and eligibility.

Locations Available: Purchase, New York