About the role#
As a Packaging Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience by supporting design projects from concept to final review. You will work across various materials including corrugated, paperboard, film, and plastics. This role involves collaborating with internal teams to drive packaging development and sustainability initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Lead a packaging design project from concept through design, sample development, testing, and cross-functional review.
- Create and maintain packaging specifications within WebCenter for various components.
- Support package development through shipping simulations, laboratory testing, and manufacturing plant trials.
- Collect material data, conduct calculations, and support packaging sustainability assessments.
- Collaborate with Packaging, Operations, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and Marketing teams.
- Participate in regular check-ins with your manager and attend professional development workshops.
- Deliver a final presentation showcasing project outcomes and key learnings.
- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and FSQA training during plant visits.
- Report potential food safety hazards and contribute to the company's Food Safety Culture.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Design, Sustainability, or a related field.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029.
- Experience with CAD structural design software such as ArtiosCAD or AutoCAD.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and calculations.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail regarding technical documentation.
- Ability to communicate clearly in English.
- A curious and proactive approach to learning in a manufacturing environment.
- Understanding of packaging materials or manufacturing processes is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri
- Term: Summer 2027
- Status: Full-time, paid internship
- Work Modality: On-site
About Russell Stover Chocolates
Russell Stover Chocolates produces boxed chocolates under the Russell Stover, Whitman's, and Pangburn's brands. The company operates out of Kansas City, Missouri, and maintains a history dating back to 1923. It manufactures roughly 100 million pounds of candy annually for sale in retail stores and wholesale accounts. Since 2014, the firm has functioned as a subsidiary of Lindt and Sprungli.
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