Job Description

CEO GLOBAL PRESIDENTIAL PROGRAM – ROTATIONAL LDP, MARKETING (UNDERGRADUATE)

PRESIDENTIAL ASSOCIATE - MARKETING

The Company

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, and the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.

The Program

The Presidential Associate (PA) Program is part of the larger CEO Global Presidential Program. It is an intensive, 18-month rotational program consisting of three six-month rotations designed for impending graduates of Bachelor’s degree programs.

This leadership development program integrates customized and diverse professional rotations with continuous development, strength-based coaching, mentoring, group networking opportunities, and strategic thinking initiatives to accelerate professional growth. We engage the participants' creativity, learning agility, and innovation to create bespoke experiences that attract, develop, and retain ELC’s next generation of leaders.

Marketing Track

The Marketing track provides PAs with exposure in the key areas of consumer, product, and digital marketing. The Marketing PA will interact with senior executives within our powerhouse brands and functions. Participants will also gain exposure to the global marketing strategy of the organization and how it is implemented throughout the regions and affiliates. They will gain a comprehensive understanding of ELC brand marketing calendars and competitive analysis.

Sample Rotations:

o North America, 360 Marketing, Clinique

o Global 360 Marketing, La Mer

o Global Consumer Insights, MAC Cosmetics

How the PA Program Helps Participants Succeed

Support From Leaders

• Program and rotation managers who will provide guidance and mentorship
• Immediate exposure to senior leadership
• Informal and formal feedback

Developmental Programs

• Intensive three-week onboarding program
• Full week of developmental education in between first two rotations
• Strengths-based individual coaching throughout your time in the program

Post-Program Placement

Upon successful completion of the program, PAs are considered for Assistant Manager-level roles at ELC. This placement is based on existing business needs, the PA’s evaluations, rate of development, contribution, and previous work experience. [GT3.1]

Work Authorization

• Please note the CEO Global Presidential Program does not offer sponsorship
• We require permanent US work authorization at the time of application, without restriction, for all PA candidates. You must not require sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
• Please confirm your work authorization status in your cover letter

Deadline & Recruitment Process Timeline

• Submission deadline: You must apply by Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5pm EST for your application to be considered.
• The interview process will occur mid-September through November.
• Program start date: September 13, 2027

Compensation

• The anticipated salary for this position is $72,000.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with a graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027 (or advanced degree with same graduation dates and up to one year of full-time non-internship work experience between undergraduate and graduate studies)
• Relevant Marketing-related internship or work experience
• Demonstrated record of achievement as well as strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills
• Global exposure/study abroad is a plus
• Ability to relocate to New York City