Customer Development – Winter 2026 CD Internship

At Unilever, you’re more than just a job title; you’re part of a global, purpose-driven company. Our brands, loved by millions, make a positive impact on consumers and communities worldwide. From iconic names like Dove, Shea Moisture, Vaseline, Axe, TRESemmé, Hellmann’s, and Knorr to innovative brands like Liquid IV and Olly, we lead the way in creating a better business and a better world.

Collaborate with inspiring leaders and colleagues who are as passionate about making a difference as you are. If you want to take pride in your work and inspire others, join us. Experience life at Unilever and see how you can contribute to a better business, a better world, and a better you.

Role Context and Overview

At Unilever, our sales organization is known as Customer Development (CD). Our CD teams collaborate closely with customers to build categories and implement top-tier retail and shopper strategies. The Internship role serves as the primary entry point for launching a career within Unilever’s CD. This program offers a challenging and rewarding experience, allowing you to contribute to our business goals.

Under the CD umbrella, internship opportunities are available in Customer Business Development (CBD) (e.g., account teams like Walmart, Loblaws, Digital Commerce) or in Customer Strategy and Planning (CSP).

CBD Responsibilities

Data Management and Analysis: As a CBD Intern, your responsibilities, determined by the Line Manager, will primarily involve accessing, managing, and analyzing data from Unilever’s internal sources or customer data. This data analysis supports fact-based decision-making.
Insight Translation: You’ll help convert insights into actionable business solutions, driving profitable growth.
Customer Service: You’ll provide high-level customer service and follow-up to meet the needs of both internal and external customers, interacting with multiple touchpoints.
Collaboration: Work with internal and external teams to develop and execute Joint Business Plans with customers, ensuring targets are met.

CSP Responsibilities

Data Management and Analysis: As a CSP Intern, your responsibilities, determined by the Line Manager, will primarily involve accessing, managing, and analyzing data.
Strategy Implementation: You’ll support the translation of Category Growth Strategies into Channel and Customer plans, focusing on the 6Ps (price, pack, place, promo, proposition, product).
Customer and Consumer Advocacy: Act as the internal voice of the customer (e.g., Loblaws, Amazon) and the consumer (the end purchaser).
Collaboration: Work closely with CBD and Brand teams to ensure channel and customer insights are integrated into category and brand plans.

Who You Are

Natural Leader: You thrive on seeking new opportunities, pushing for innovation, and never settling for “good enough.” Delivering work to the highest standards is your pride.
Change-Maker: You believe in continuous improvement and are dedicated to helping others see and achieve better results.
Strategic Visionary: Thinking outside the box is your forte. You envision new possibilities for the business, create strategies to drive growth, and inspire those around you.
Storyteller: You leverage data to generate actionable insights, solve problems, and deliver compelling messages. Your stories resonate with diverse audiences.
Competitive Spirit: You love to lead in the marketplace and have a positive outlook on the company’s future. Winning is your passion, and you enjoy the journey.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Skills and Attributes

Leadership and Teamwork: Demonstrates strong leadership abilities and teamwork skills.
Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Possesses strong analytical skills and strategic thinking capabilities.
Communication and Creativity: Effective communicator with a creative approach to problem-solving.
Consumer Empathy: Deep understanding of complex business issues and the ability to empathize with consumers.
Attention to Detail: High attention to detail in all tasks.
Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, PIVOT TABLE, SUMIF).

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education: Currently a 3rd or 4th-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or 10.0 or higher on a 12.0 scale).
Work Environment: Ability to work in-person at our corporate head office (160 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario) for at least 2 full days per week, as determined by the Line Manager. Also capable of working remotely with necessary resources (e.g., WIFI, private workspace).
Availability: Able to work Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST, without academic conflicts. Available for the full internship duration: August 25th, 2025 – January 2nd, 2026.
Eligibility: Eligible to work full-time in Canada.

Internship Journey

The Unilever Internship Program provides a comprehensive onboarding experience with various cross-functional teams. You’ll have a strong support system, including a dedicated buddy to guide you, a direct line manager, numerous learning opportunities, and access to leadership members. The journey culminates in end-of-term presentations where you can showcase your key moments. While the program is structured to ensure your success, it also offers ample space for you to explore and express your talents and aspirations.

Outstanding performance during the internship may lead to an invitation to join Unilever.

What We Can Offer You

Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. 

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Unilever Canada is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, and a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: These lines are reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.

Unilever Canada est une organisation engagé à la diversité et à l'inclusion pour stimuler nos résultats d'affaires et créer un meilleur avenir chaque jour pour nos employés, les consommateurs globaux, les partenaires et les communautés. Nous croyons qu'un effectif diversifiée nous permet de faire correspondre nos ambitions de croissance et de stimuler l'inclusion dans l'entreprise. Tous les candidats qualifiés recevront la considération pour un emploi sans égard à la race, la couleur, la religion, le sexe, l'orientation sexuelle, l'identité ou l'expression de genre, l'âge, l'origine nationale ou ethnique, l'état matrimonial, la situation familiale, l'invalidité, les caractéristiques génétique, et une condamnation pour laquelle un pardon a été accordée.

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