About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, renowned for its iconic brands enjoyed by over 1 billion people daily. From Pepsi and Gatorade to Lay's and Quaker, PepsiCo's portfolio drives innovation and growth in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector. In Canada, PepsiCo Beverages operates as a dynamic force, delivering premium products to retailers nationwide. The company fosters a culture of curiosity, calculated risks, and bold innovation, making it a playground for thinkers, doers, and changemakers. PepsiCo Canada prioritizes people as a strategic asset, offering early responsibility and leadership development to top talent straight from campuses.

Role Overview

The PepsiCo Beverages Sales Co-op in Cambridge, Ontario, is a 4-month immersive program running from May to September 2026. This onsite, field-based role requires daily local travel and offers compensation between $51,688 and $55,588 CAD per year. As a Sales Co-op, you'll dive into sales operations from the ground up, selling and marketing PepsiCo's world-class brands to key retailers. This entry-level opportunity is perfect for third-year business students seeking real-world CPG experience, with the potential to secure a post-graduation offer in PepsiCo's Sales Leadership Program based on performance.

Program Term and Logistics

Full-time commitment from May 2026 to September 2026. Field-based in Cambridge, ON, with daily travel using your personal vehicle. Multiple locations available across Canada, including Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver, and more.

Key Responsibilities

In your first co-op experience at PepsiCo, expect hands-on involvement in sales and merchandising. You'll stretch your skills by managing a set group of retailers, building critical business acumen along the way.

• Develop relationships across the Field Sales network, receive best-in-class coaching, and connect with leadership.
• Use sales forecasting tools to deliver consistent targets and service customers per Customer Development Agreements.
• Flex entrepreneurial and physical skills to merchandise brands and execute advertising displays.
• Collaborate with sales leaders on a field sales project, leveraging analytical and communication skills. Projects may include POS optimization, innovation launch and sustainment, or Customer Development Agreement enhancements.

Qualifications & Requirements

PepsiCo seeks high-achieving, proactive students ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Enrolled in third year of a business degree (preferred).
• Available full-time May-September 2026.
• Valid full driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable access to a personal vehicle.
• High academic performance with ability to balance extracurriculars.
• Skilled problem solver who embraces challenges.
• Excellent oral and written communication; confident interacting from front-line to executives.
• Self-starter capable of planning, prioritizing, and managing schedules.

Benefits & Perks

This co-op isn't just experience—it's a launchpad. Enjoy competitive pay, professional development, and tangible impact on mega-brands your network knows and loves.

• Annual salary of $51,688-$55,588 CAD.
• Immersion in sales operations with expert coaching.
• Work on globally recognized billion-dollar brands.
• Real-time business projects driving customer results.
• Path to Sales Leadership Program interviews.

Career Growth

PepsiCo accelerates careers with early responsibility. Excel in this co-op, and you could enter your final year with a full-time offer. Gain skills in sales, analytics, merchandising, and leadership—transferable to any CPG role. Mentors provide personalized coaching, preparing you to develop others. PepsiCo's inclusive culture supports diverse backgrounds, fueling global impact on people and the planet.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo's Sales Co-op for unmatched opportunities in a dynamic industry. Lead change, make an impact on iconic products, and grow in a supportive environment where people are the priority. Unlike traditional internships, this role offers entrepreneurial freedom, physical engagement, and strategic projects. Available in 13 Canadian locations, it's your chance to taste success with brands at every celebration. Dare to transform your career—apply via pepsicojobs.com.

Role FAQs

Is a business degree required?

Preferred, but third-year students with strong academics qualify.

What travel is involved?

Daily local travel required; personal vehicle essential.

Can I apply to multiple locations?

Yes, visit pepsicojobs.com for Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver, and others.

What's the path post-co-op?

Top performers interview for the Sales Leadership Program.

Note: PepsiCo may use AI in hiring for screening and assessment.