Research & Development Industrial Placement (Associate Researcher - BSc) 2026

Job Location

NEWCASTLE INNOVATION CENTRE

Job Description

Are you passionate about the science behind products like Ariel, Lenor and Fairy you use every day? Do you want to work with world-class brands in the largest consumer company in the world whilst studying towards your degree?

We are offering 12-month placement opportunities for Researchers studying a BSc Degree which will start in July 2026 at our Newcastle Innovation Centre.

About our Newcastle Innovation Centre

This role is based in our Newcastle Innovation Centre. The centre focuses on developing Products for Fabric Care and Home Care with brands such as Ariel, Fairy and Bold. Our R&D sites are where ideas come to life, with teams collaborating across R&D, product development, and technology to create and test products that make a real difference!

The site is conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from both the City Centre and the scenic Northeast coastline, with the Tyne and Wear Metro only a 10-minute walk away and regular bus connections. There is free on-site parking, a coffee shop, subsidized restaurant serving breakfast and lunch, and a gym!

What To Expect:

Research and Development (R&D) at P&G will help you to 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.

During your 12-month paid placement, 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. Each intern will work on their own projects, but as part of an overall project team. You will also have an opportunity to put your technical skills to work on intellectually challenging problems and improve your team working and leadership skills through practical experience and interactive training courses. This year will give you the chance to experience the working environment in a leading international company and gain guidance on your professional development. We enrol students in their penultimate or final year of their BSc for scientific and engineering disciplines into the various roles in R&D, e.g. Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Forensic Science, Microbiology, Lab Management and Physical Sciences. We also look for skills such as creativity, innovation, initiative, communication, leadership, and the ability to work with others.

What You Will Gain:

• Responsibilities and Real Work from Day 1: 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: The annual salary for this 12-month placement is £26,500. On top of this you’ll enjoy the option of a range of benefits including a competitive double-matched pension scheme, private health insurance, participation in a stock ownership scheme, and your very own ‘Flex4Me’ Fund which enables you to allocate a portion of your benefits package to the areas that matter most to you.
• 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 non-management position with P&G after graduation.

Job Qualifications

What We Look For:

• University students pursuing a BSc in scientific or engineering degrees graduating in 2028 with a placement year as part of their degree. We also welcome applications from students graduating in 2026 or 2027 or those who have already graduated who are available to complete a 12-month placement.
• 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!
• Demonstrated leadership skills and a strong passion for research and innovation.
• Strong verbal and written English language skills.

Start Date:

The 12-month industrial placement is available from 1st July 2026 until 30th June 2027. We expect you to be available for the full duration.

Right To Work

For our placement roles, you will need to provide your own right to work in the UK for the full duration of your placement without requiring sponsorship from P&G. Note, this will require your right to work permission to be valid between 1st July 2026 until 30th June 2027 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.

Application Deadline:

1pm (GMT) November 24th, 2025. You must apply by the deadline. We encourage you to apply and complete our online assessments as soon as possible, as we may close early if positions are filled. 

Application Process:

• Complete your Application (Deadline 1pm GMT 24th November 2025) 
• Complete our Online Assessments (Deadline 1pm GMT 5th December 2025) 
• Virtual Interviews (These will run from October until our 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 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

R000138737

Job Segmentation

Internships