R&D Co-op

ConAgra Foods • Omaha, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This co-op program is a 6-month immersion into Conagra Brands and their Research & Development (R&D) Packaging organization. The co-op will support packaging teams with technical project tasks that contribute to the development and commercialization of new, improved, and cost-reduced packaging. The role will support the delivery of technology objectives and help the co-op meet their individual goals. The position is located in Omaha, NE, and the dates are July-December 2026.

Requirements

• Current student with a graduation date of May or December 2027
• Packaging Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Engineering, or related major preferred
• Low level of complexity in tasks
• Expected to be a quick learner
• Openness to coaching / mentoring
• Ability to seek out information as needed
• Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible representative of Conagra

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of strategies as appropriate for project assignments

Responsibilities

• Support packaging teams with technical project tasks.
• Contribute to the development and commercialization of new, improved, and cost-reduced packaging.
• Support the delivery of technology objectives.
• Meet individual goals.
• Execute experiments.
• Participate in plant trials and prepare results for review.
• Apply knowledge of technical field to work.
• Maintain awareness of technical developments in the field.
• Prepare and present results, both written and oral, to supervisor.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports.
• Develop and issue technical specifications.
• Perform technical project related tasks.
• May manage small projects independently.
• Complete project tasks on budget.
• Pay attention to cost considerations.

Benefits

• Relocation and housing Assistance
• Exposure to contemporary business and technical challenges
• Co-op Program directed by professionals with extensive industry experience
• Chance to personally drive impactful projects, based on individual’s skill and interest level
• “Dress for your day" attire
• 1 p.m. office dismissals on Fridays in the Summer
• Paid holidays
• Learning and development live sessions
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Travel to Omaha campus for Intern Orientation
• Travel to Omaha campus for an End of Summer Celebration

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed