Packaging Co-Op/Internship

SC Johnson•Racine, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

SC Johnson is seeking a Packaging Intern for its six-month Co-Op program. The intern will contribute to strategic projects across product categories, packaging technologies, and experiences, developing skills for a potential full-time career in Packaging Engineering. Participants are evaluated and may be recruited for SC Johnson’s RD&E Rotational Program after graduation. The work focuses on supporting global new product launches within multiple Research, Development & Engineering divisions. Project work includes identifying, testing, qualifying, and specifying components to meet project objectives. Co-Op opportunities are available for either June–December 2027 or January–June 2028. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, and is not eligible for remote work. SC Johnson describes its workplace approach as collaborative and in person. Interns receive project-based experience, formal training, coaching and mentoring, networking opportunities, and exposure to senior leaders. Other program offerings include subsidized housing in Milwaukee, Racine, or Chicago; access to on-site company stores at Racine locations; access to the JMBA Center and its recreation and fitness facilities; intern events; a scholarship opportunity; and flexibility to participate in Summer Hours, allowing work to be completed by noon on Fridays.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in and seeking a bachelor’s degree in Packaging Sciences, Packaging Engineering, or a related degree; graduation ideally between December 2027 and June 2029.
Core Packaging courses must be complete.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment.

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical, technical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Goal-oriented, results-driven, and intellectually curious.
Involvement in school activities and assumption of leadership roles.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation aptitude.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently, learn hands-on, prioritize work, and handle a variety of tasks or requests at once.
Time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Support global new product launches within multiple RD&E divisions.
Identify, test, qualify, and specify packaging components to meet project objectives.
Complete hands-on project work and assignments, prioritizing work and handling multiple tasks or requests.
Present project learnings to senior members of the organization.

Benefits

Subsidized housing is available in Milwaukee, Racine, or Chicago.
Access to on-site company stores at Racine locations, where SC Johnson products can be purchased at a discount.
Access to the JMBA Center in Racine, including outdoor recreation areas and indoor facilities.
Intern events and networking opportunities.
Exposure to senior leaders.
Formalized training, including SAP and P&L training and other training required by specific projects.
Coaching and mentoring from an experienced manager and mentor.
Scholarship opportunity that includes mentorship and financial scholarship support.
Flexibility to participate in Summer Hours, allowing the work week to be completed by noon on Friday.
Priority consideration pipeline for full-time roles after degree completion.