2027 Packaging CoOp July Dec

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing for eligible students

Shuttle services for eligible students

Paid internship program

Job summary

AbbVie Packaging Engineering Co‑Op, a paid six‑month program, is based at the North Chicago campus. You will work on packaging development, testing, and material specifications, collaborating with cross‑functional teams three days a week per policy.

Responsibilities include test protocols, data mining for standardization, and opportunities to contribute to sustainability improvements while performing experiments in lab and manufacturing settings.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Packaging or related field.
• Must be returning to university the semester following your Co‑Op.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029.

Responsibilities

• Packaging development and testing for new projects.
• Test protocol and test execution.
• Material identification, selection, and specifications.
• Data mining for standardization opportunities.
• Sustainability and packaging improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate and perform independent and team experiments in laboratory and manufacturing plants.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal leadership

Project management

Teamwork

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s in Packaging or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas, including immunology, oncology and neuroscience, as well as products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative therapies and solutions worldwide. Our research, development, and manufacturing operations are dedicated to improving the lives of patients with serious health conditions.

Job Description

As an AbbVie Packaging Engineering Co‑Op, you’ll participate in a paid, six‑month program working on meaningful assignments that have a real impact on our business and patients worldwide. AbbVie’s Global Packaging organization offers an opportunity to work in a variety of packaging formats and materials. Throughout the duration, there will be developmental and networking activities, along with housing and shuttle services for eligible students. Co‑Ops will be expected to work from our North Chicago campus headquartered in north suburban Chicago, at least three days per week, in accordance with company policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Packaging development and testing for new projects
• Test protocol and test execution
• Material identification, selection, and specifications
• Data mining for standardization opportunities
• Sustainability and packaging improvement opportunities
• Coordinate and perform independent and team experiments in laboratory and manufacturing plants

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Packaging or related field
• Must be returning to university the semester following your Co‑Op
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent problem‑solving, written, and verbal skills
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and project management skills
• Proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong academic performance

Additional Information

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short‑term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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