**Description** PRESIDENTIAL ASSOCIATE - CREATIVE 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.  Creative Track The Creative track PA will either focus on content design and creation or on store design and physical merchandising. The content-focused Creative PA will explore imaginative storytelling and visual expression through creating artwork, branding concepts, digital media, and compelling content that captivates audiences and communicates a brand’s voice through design and narrative. The physical design Creative PA will elevate the customer experience through spatial aesthetics and product presentation. It involves designing engaging retail environments, thoughtful product packaging, and striking visual displays that spark curiosity and boost product appeal. Sample Rotations: + Social Media Design, MAC + 360 Creative, Clinique + Visual Merchandising, Bobbi Brown + Experiential Design, Tom Ford Beauty 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.  **Qualifications** Qualifications/Requirements + Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with a graduation date between December 2025 and August 2026 (or advanced degree with up to one year of full-time non-internship work experience) + Relevant Creative-related internship or work experience + Global exposure/study abroad is a plus + Ability to relocate to New York City 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 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 Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 11:59pm EST for your application to be considered. + The interview process will occur mid-September through November. + Program start date: September 14, 2026 Compensation The anticipated salary for this position is $70,000. Equal Opportunity Employer It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.