presentsCraftLab2026
For over a century, Godrej has been shaped by poets and engineers. CraftLab is our search for the next generation of leaders who will fuse magic and method to craft goodness at GCPL everyday.
Crafting Goodness, Every Single Day
Godrej Consumer Products is part of the Godrej Group, one of India's most respected business groups, with a legacy of innovation and impact that spans more than 125 years. Today, we bring the goodness of health, hygiene and beauty to consumers across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, USA and Latin America.
Crafting goodness means starting with a deep understanding of the people we serve, and then building products that earn their trust one home at a time. It is why a pack of Goodknight guards a child through the night, why a bar of Cinthol has been part of fresh Indian mornings for generations, and why Expert Rich Creme helps millions colour their hair with confidence.
Goodness, for us, is not a slogan. It is the daily discipline of putting consumers, and the planet they live on, at the heart of everything we make.
Are You a Poet or an Engineer?
Our founder, Ardeshir Godrej, was both.
As a young boy in Bombay, he was equally fascinated by machines and ideas—taking things apart to understand how they worked, while finding inspiration in the poetry of Omar Khayyam. That duality continues to shape who we are today.
At Godrej, the poet is the one who imagines possibilities, challenges convention and sees opportunities where others see limits. The engineer is the one who brings those ideas to life with rigour, discipline and an unwavering focus on execution.
The products that earn a place in millions of homes are rarely built by one or the other. They are built when imagination meets rigour, when curiosity meets craftsmanship, and when poets and engineers work side by side.
This is who we are.
And who we are looking for
A Moment That Shaped GCPL
A Simple Question
In 1918, soap everywhere was made using tallow, or animal fat, an ingredient that carried deep cultural sensitivities in Indian homes. Walking through Mahabaleshwar, Ardeshir Godrej noticed seeds on the ground and wondered about the oils they held.
Defying Convention
It sparked a simple but powerful question: why must soap be made from animal fat at all? Rather than accept convention, he experimented with vegetable oils and created the world's first commercial soap made entirely from vegetable oil.
Humility & Scale
With characteristic humility, he named it No. 2, convinced he could still do better. Over time, it would evolve into Godrej No. 1, one of India's most loved brands.
Poets & Engineers
For us, the story captures the essence of The Godrej Way. The imagination to see possibilities where others saw convention was the work of a poet. The discipline to transform an idea into a product trusted by millions was the work of an engineer.
The Godrej Way lies in bringing both together.
The shelf you will shape.
We craft goodness for 1.4 billion consumers across more than 80 countries.
We are the leader in household insecticides in India, and the number one hair colour player in India and Sub-Saharan Africa. At GCPL, these brands will not be case studies you read about. They will be the businesses you work on, from strategy and supply chains to finance and the people who build them.
What is CraftLab?
CraftLab is GCPL's flagship campus immersion programme for first-year MBA students.
Inspired by the spirit of our founder, Ardeshir Godrej, it is built on a simple belief: meaningful learning happens through building. To craft, for us, means to create with purpose and conviction - building ideas, experiences and solutions that stand the test of time.
Through live business challenges, immersive learning experiences and close collaboration with leaders across the organisation, you will gain a first-hand view of how decisions are made, ideas are shaped and impact is created.
As part of the inaugural cohort, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a programme designed for those who are eager to learn, build and leave their mark.
What makes CraftLab unlike anything else.
Three promises, from day one, that set us apart.
Ownership at scale
Handle large business problems early on. At GCPL, responsibility is not rationed by tenure. You will own real decisions, with real consequences, from the very beginning.
Growth through challenge
Learn fast, grow faster. We hold high expectations and back them with unwavering support: honest feedback, genuine mentorship and leaders invested in your craft.
Creation by experimentation
Don't just recommend. Build and test. Your ideas will not sit in a deck. They will be prototyped, challenged, shipped and improved.
From start to a PPO.
Online Application
Submit your CV and profile to start the journey.
War Room Simulator Video Submission Psychometric Test
Solve a real-world business simulation, submit a short video on what drives you, and complete psychometric assessments to let us know you better.
Group Discussions
Collaborate with a team to solve a unique business case, then defend your solution against tough questions from seasoned mentors.
Personal Interviews
Secure an early offer to join us as Summer Interns.
Gurukul Summer Internship
Join Gurukul Batch of 2027, our coveted Summer Internship Program with a 4.5 lakh stipend.
PPOs Announced
Pre-Placement Offers announced for the Gurukul Intern batch.
Join as Gallopers
PPO Gurukul Interns join GCPL full-time as Gallopers (Management Trainees).
A glimpse into life as a Gurukul intern at GCPL.
Gurukul Internship.
Gurukul is GCPL’s flagship summer internship program, created to identify and nurture the next generation of leaders. Over an immersive two-month experience, interns work on high-impact business challenges, taking ownership of projects that contribute to real business outcomes. Guided by experienced mentors, interns are encouraged to challenge convention, bring fresh perspectives, and solve complex business problems. A defining aspect of the journey is the opportunity to present recommendations to senior leaders, offering early exposure to strategic decision-making and leadership conversations. For many, it serves as a launchpad to a rewarding career at GCPL through pre-placement opportunities. Over the years, Gurukul has evolved into one of the most sought-after early career programs.
Three promises,
one commitment.
Find the freedom to learn, grow and create meaningful impact through work that challenges and inspires you.
100% ownership, zero excuses, honest feedback given with a generous intent to help your craft grow.
A place where you can show up fully, contribute authentically and do work that reflects your best self.
Questions, answered.
First-year MBA students at participating B-schools. If CraftLab is coming to your campus, your placement committee will share the details.
An eight-week Gurukul Summer Internship anchored in live FMCG challenges across sales, marketing, supply chain, and human resources, with a Pre-Placement Offer pathway for top performers.
No. We are looking for poets and engineers: people with curiosity, rigour and ambition. That matters far more to us than prior industry exposure.
CraftLab is not a case competition. It is a hiring drive built with the energy of one, where you work on real business problems alongside the people who build our brands, and experience firsthand what it means to craft goodness at GCPL.
There is nothing to memorise in advance. The simulation rewards clear thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to back your decisions with logic. Come curious and ready to engage with a real business problem.
Shortlisted candidates are notified after every stage through their placement committee. We aim to keep the process transparent and timely so you always know where you stand.
Ready to craft
tomorrow?
For over 125 years, Godrej has been built by people who believed the future belongs to the bold. Join the founding cohort of CraftLab, earn your Gurukul Summer Internship 2027, and start crafting goodness with us.