About the role#
The Packaging Engineering Intern or Co-op supports the development, qualification, and implementation of packaging solutions for pet food products at Hill’s Pet Nutrition. This role partners with cross-functional teams to deliver packaging that meets performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability requirements.
What you'll do#
- Assist in driving packaging projects from concept through commercialization.
- Support Life Cycle Assessment on packaging solutions and provide recommendations.
- Collaborate with Product Development, Marketing, Design, and Supply Chain teams.
- Prepare and present technical summaries, packaging concepts, test results, and business impact.
- Develop written reports and slide presentations.
- Support packaging development through pilot and manufacturing scale-up.
- Partner with Quality and manufacturing site teams to ensure system specifications and designs are appropriate.
- Confirm packaging maintains product integrity under shipping and handling conditions.
- Conduct or monitor package testing, such as stability, transit, drop, compression, and sealing.
- Analyze test data and prepare reports with recommendations.
- Develop a working knowledge of Packaging Laboratory test equipment and capabilities.
- Apply standard operating procedures for equipment use and data collection.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, Materials Science, or a closely related technical field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Familiarity with CAD or packaging-related software is a plus.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Topeka, Kansas.
- The role operates on a hybrid schedule.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling term.
About Colgate-Palmolive
Colgate-Palmolive is a manufacturer of health, hygiene, and pet nutrition products. Founded in 1806, the company produces items under brands including Colgate, Palmolive, and Hill's Science Diet. It operates globally with headquarters in New York City and a workforce of over 31,000 employees. The company focuses on oral care, personal care, and home care markets.
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