2026 Summer Internships - Research and Development
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Start Something Beautiful with an internship at Mary Kay!
Our Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students a hands-on opportunity to gain meaningful experience at the #1 Direct Selling brand of Skincare and Color Cosmetics in the World. Interns contribute to impactful projects across Mary Kay's Corporate Careers – from product innovation, technology, supply chain, and brand marketing – while being supported through mentorship, professional development, and networking with leaders. Discover what it means to be part of a people-first, purpose-driven culture where your work matters.
In addition to your daily responsibilities, the Mary Kay Internship Program offers several learning opportunities such as:
Professional development Lunch & Learns
A formal mentorship program
Social and volunteer activities
Cross-functional projects
Real-world business experience
Networking opportunities with executive leaders
The Opportunity We Provide:
The R&D teams at Mary Kay are passionate about science. They continuously research products that allow our Independent Beauty Consultants to offer their end-users an experience of unsurpassed quality and unrivaled benefit. The products we develop must make people feel confident about themselves and their choice of Mary Kay. Our research teams travel internationally, finding new ideas and presenting Mary Kay science on a worldwide stage. Our innovative teams include roles in product safety, product formulation, skin and clinical research, nutritionals, regulatory affairs, quality and other disciplines.
In the past, R&D interns have had the opportunity to work with teams such as:
Quality
Product Development
Product Integrity
Product Research
Product Safety
Process Engineering
Regulatory Affairs
Product Formulation
Nutritional Research
Summer Program Details:
The Mary Kay 2026 Summer Intern Program is a 10-week internship from late May to early August.
All our internships are paid, starting at $20/ hour.
Our internships are Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, and require you to be in the office 4-5 days per week.
Our internships are located at our Global Headquarters in Addison, TX or our Manufacturing/ R&D Facility in Lewisville, TX.
Interns will receive any required equipment, such as a laptop.
Mary Kay Inc does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for full-time employment at this time.
Intern Benefits:
Mary Kay Product discount
Paid holidays
Free onsite gym
Access to free health clinic
Eligible to participate in 401K
The Value You Bring:
Strong intern candidates will have:
Excellent written and communication skills
Ability to facilitate communication between various groups to achieve quality objectives
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Interest in Artificial Intelligence
Ability to quickly learn business software systems
Strong attention to detail
Passion for the beauty industry and cosmetic products
Data management and data organization skills
Basic understanding of fundamental science concepts
Strong critical thinking skills, teamwork and collaboration
Ability to interpret data and knowledge on data systems (preferred, not required)
Minimum Qualifications:
Must still be pursuing undergraduate or master’s degree
To be eligible you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student (undergraduate) or part time (graduate) as defined by your university at the time of application.
Minimum Sophomore status. Rising juniors or seniors preferred.
Preferred Degrees: Chemical Engineering, Data Science, Science, Chemistry, Biology, Sensory Science, Life Science, Microbiology, Business
What to Expect from the Application Process:
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible since we review applications and fill 2026 summer internship roles on a rolling basis.
If selected to move forward, our campus recruiter will reach out to schedule a phone interview with you. Our entire interview process is virtual.
Why Mary Kay:
Mary Kay is celebrating 60 years as one of the most trusted, successful direct sellers of skincare and color cosmetics in the world. We’re a company committed to enriching the lives of women and families across the globe. With over 4,000 corporate employees, many located in the Dallas area, Mary Kay offers exciting career opportunities where you can do something beautiful for people around the world and within our own company.
Giving back is at the heart of everything we do. Mary Kay Ash founded her dream beauty brand with one goal: to enrich women’s lives and that vision remains our guiding principle across the world. For 60 years, Mary Kay remains committed to empowering women, preserving our planet for future generations, supporting women impacted by cancer and domestic abuse, and encouraging youth to follow their dreams. Then. Now. Always.
