Packaging Engineering Intern

Packaging Engineering Intern

Summer Internship 2027: May 31st, 2027 - August 20th, 2027. Location – Low Hybrid This is a hybrid role, which means that you will have the flexibility to work both onsite and at a distance. You will collaborate onsite at our Cashton, WI office for 3-5 days per week, and the rest of the time you can choose to work remotely or onsite. Employee Type – Hourly Bonus – No Safety Sensitive – No As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports this mission while gaining valuable hands-on experience. Beyond day-to-day projects, our internship program offers professional development opportunities, networking events with leaders across the cooperative, community involvement experiences, and connections with fellow interns. It's a chance to grow your skills, make an impact, and be part of an organization dedicated to creating a healthier future for people, animals, and the planet.

Summary of Role The Packaging Engineering Intern will support the Packaging team in the design, testing, validation, and continuous improvement of packaging solutions for products and materials. This role provides hands-on experience in packaging development, cost reduction initiatives, sustainability projects, supplier collaboration, and manufacturing support. The intern will work closely with engineering, quality, procurement, operations, and suppliers to ensure packaging solutions meet performance, cost, and environmental objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities •Packaging Development •Update and maintain packaging specification sheets. •Create and revise unit packs, case packs, and pallet patterns in TOPS. •Review and update packaging drawings and die lines. •Review and approve product specifications and supplier documentation in TraceGains. •Testing & Validation •Verify packaging data including dimensions, weights, case counts, and Ti x Hi configurations. •Analyze pallet utilization and freight efficiency opportun