Product Development Intern, Packaging Adhesives – Summer 2027
About The Position
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
Requirements
- An undergraduate student graduating in 2027 or 2028 or master’s / graduate student pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemistry or Polymer Science.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and effective collaboration.
- Strong laboratory skills, including precision in experimental setup and data collection.
- Ability to create, manage, and execute project plans with attention to detail and timelines.
- Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and cross-functional partners in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the development of innovative and sustainable adhesive products tailored to customer and market needs.
- Support efforts to streamline and optimize the existing product portfolio for improved efficiency and performance.
- Evaluate new technologies, raw materials, or capabilities for their potential use in packaging adhesive applications.
- Assist in designing and executing lab experiments to test product performance and suitability.
- Develop and refine test procedures to enhance product selection accuracy and application effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate technical findings into actionable product improvements.
Benefits
- Housing stipend or relocation support
- Access to online learning platform with over 9,000 professional courses
- Networking events with Henkel business leaders, experts and sustainability ambassadors
- Ongoing feedback discussions throughout the internship
- In-person and virtual social events to connect with other Henkel interns across the country
- Potential to be invited to join Henkel as a returning intern or full-time employee after the internship
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
