2026 Co-Op: R&D Packaging
About The Position
PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to leaders on the frontline, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s invited. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop, and grow our unique skill sets at work. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact. Join us. Dare for Better.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in: Packaging (other related majors will be considered)
- Course Requirements: Student must have completed 300 level courses (or equivalent based on specific school course guidelines) at minimum prior to beginning co-op
- Basic knowledge of packaging materials, package manufacturing processes, and distribution systems
- Capable of working in both individual and team settings
- Seeking highly energetic, creative, and motivated individuals
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Graduate with bachelor's degree within one (1) year of coop completion.
- This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
Responsibilities
- Contribute to channels specific project initiatives, such as package development and testing, results evaluation, conducting plant trials, developing pallet patterns, and coordinating with manufacturing plants and suppliers.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to plan and coordinate individual activities that contribute to project results
- Identification of various packaging materials through individual understanding of necessary physical properties and applications, and coordination with vendors
- Coordinate and perform independent and team experiments in laboratory and manufacturing plants
- Presentation of project results and findings to leadership upon completion of internship
- Some travel to headquarters and manufacturing plants would be required (15-20%)
- Development & qualification of new offerings for specific customers (Target, Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club)
- Assessment of internal and external distribution systems of channels packaging
- Research & Benchmarking studies to identify “white space” for future packaging development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
