About the role#
We are looking for a Product Development Intern to join our team in West Hollywood. This role offers hands-on exposure to the development of luxury beauty products, from initial concepts to final testing and commercialization. You will work across our portfolio, gaining insight into formula development, performance evaluation, and manufacturing processes. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
- Support the end-to-end development of cosmetics and skincare products.
- Track project milestones, organize development materials, and coordinate deliverables.
- Participate in product evaluations by assessing texture, payoff, blendability, wear, and shade.
- Document observations and organize feedback to track product iterations.
- Research beauty trends, competitive products, new ingredients, and consumer preferences.
- Summarize research findings to share insights and inspire innovation.
- Test AI-assisted tools to streamline workflows and recommend improvements.
- Coordinate with Packaging, Project Management, Marketing, Creative, and Supply Chain teams.
- Organize and catalogue contract manufacturer samples and maintain the sample library.
- Assist with communication for external partners under team guidance.
- Prepare meeting agendas, notes, and presentation materials.
- Keep the development workspace orderly and handle physical samples.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a degree program in product development, packaging, personal care, cosmetic science, or a related field.
- A genuine interest in makeup, skincare, and how beauty products are brought to market.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive, problem-solving approach and a collaborative mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site at our West Hollywood, California office.
- The internship is full-time.
- This is a rolling term position.
About Hourglass Cosmetics
Hourglass Cosmetics manufactures vegan and cruelty-free beauty products. The company focuses on cosmetics, makeup, and skincare. It operates as part of the Unilever Prestige division. The brand maintains a presence in 32 markets through nearly 4,600 retail locations. It is based in West Hollywood, California.
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