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Celebrating National Intern Day with Henkel!
For university students, internships are a crucial opportunity to network, make an impact through meaningful projects, and sharpen technical skills before entering the workforce. Knowing that internships help students to find their passions and bridge the gap between the lifestyle of a student and that of a full-time employee, Henkel takes pride in providing a robust internship program that helps students craft their future careers.
This summer, Henkel welcomed over 200 interns from nearly 100 universities across the United States to work in our Consumer Brands and Adhesive Technologies business units and Functional areas such as HR and Finance. Interns have had the opportunity to jump right into ongoing projects, complete special fixed-term projects, and participate in programs such as speed networking, weekly workshops, community service and more.
Henkel interns are pioneers at heart and came in with an entrepreneurial spirit that led to incredible results.
- In our Rocky Hill, CT office, interns started an internal podcast, Pioneering Henkel, that spotlighted how some of their fellow interns were making an impact.
- The intern influencer program included around 30 students who created engaging social media videos showcasing what a day in the life at Henkel looks like, what it means to work on their teams, and how Henkel and its brands are pioneers in innovation, sustainability, and digitalization.
- Intern site ambassadors also planned and executed visits from interns based in other locations, providing a more holistic view of the different opportunities Henkel has to offer.
Soccer Spotlight: Growing On the Field and in the Workplace
One of Henkel’s key partnerships is with the U.S. Soccer Federation. We believe in the power of sports to help students excel in the classroom and in the workplace, and asked some of our student-athlete interns to share what soccer has meant to them.
Soccer has been a constant in my life since I was young, shaping my character and values both on and off the field. From playing recreational and travel to varsity in high school and now intramurals, the sport has taught me the importance of teamwork, communication, and striving for continuous improvement. I’ve always loved working towards a common goal with others, learning through both wins and losses. The discipline, competitiveness, and dedication I developed through soccer are qualities I now bring into my personal and professional life every day.
Rachel Yap, Marketing and Activation Intern, Henkel Adhesive Technologies
Learning is a Two-Way Street
It isn’t just the interns who benefit from this robust program – each team that employed a student gained valuable insight from the technical skills, fresh perspective, and enthusiasm that interns bring to the table. At Henkel, we believe that the teaching and learning that occurs between interns and mentors goes both ways.
"Supporting emerging talent as they explore and develop their career paths is incredibly fulfilling to our Henkel employees,” said Lori Baylock-Tomkiewicz, head of the Henkel Internship Program in the United States. “This summer, it’s been a pleasure to collaborate with our interns and see firsthand the meaningful impact they’ve made within our organization. Their enthusiasm and drive were evident in every workshop and program we held, consistently leaving me feeling energized and inspired. The chance to grow and learn together continues to be an experience that will leave a lasting impression."
What Comes Next?
From the first day of onboarding through final project presentations, our internship program is structured to provide the skills, knowledge, and network that students need to succeed in a full-time role at Henkel.
As we start looking forward to next summer’s program, anyone who is interested in applying to be a 2026 Henkel intern will see applications begin to open in late August. Check out the Henkel Internships page for more information.
