Fall 2026 Co-Op - Injection Molding Engineering

Alcon; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Alcon in Johns Creek, GA is looking for a talented co-op for Fall 2026 to work on Injection Molding projects. This co-op offers an opportunity to gain industry experience while contributing to meaningful improvements in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Candidates pursuing degrees in Plastics Engineering or related fields with a GPA of 2.8 or higher are preferred. Alcon provides coaching and personal development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8/4.0.
• Demonstrated leadership skills through extracurricular activities.
• Ability to commit to a full-time (40 hours per week) co-op.

Responsibilities

• Involved in Injection Molding optimization in a high-speed manufacturing facility.
• Responsible for learning injection molding operations.
• Contributes to program updates to senior-level stakeholders.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Project management capabilities

Strong mechanical aptitude

High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related major

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD

Job description

About Alcon:

Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people's lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. If you would like to help us change the way the world sees, this is your chance to Be Brilliant!

Position Description:

The Alcon team is looking for a talented and motivated co‑op to join us onsite for Fall 2026 at the Johns Creek, GA location.

Alcon co‑ops will have the opportunity to not only gain industry experience and network with other Alcon professionals. They will also have the chance to make a real‑world impact by working on meaningful projects that will help patients and customers see brilliantly. Alcon also offer co‑ops personal and professional development, high visibility and coaching and mentoring opportunities.

The Injection Molding Engineering co‑op will be assigned projects that would consist of process upgrades and OEE improvements for the DSMFLEX platform. Projects may be safety, quality, or performance driven improvements. There is opportunity to assist with installation and qualification of new or retrofit equipment in the DSMFLEX area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Involved in Injection Molding optimization and improvements in a high‑speed manufacturing facility.
• Responsible for learning injection molding operations and the change controls related to his/her assigned initiatives.
• Contributes to program updates to senior‑level stakeholders.
• Actively participates in continuous improvements to communications metrics to achieve higher levels of business impact.
• Monitors impact through various channels of feedback for demonstrated results.

Minimum Qualifications for Co‑Ops:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to co‑op, and at least one additional semester following your co‑op.
• Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related major.
• Academic performance: Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0
• Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e., extracurricular activities or projects)
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis. Students on an F1 visa with CPT work authorization may be accommodated.
• Ability to commit to a semester‑long, full time (40 hours per week) fall co‑op.

Preferred Qualifications:

• We are interested in students from the following majors:
  • Plastics Engineering, B.S.
  • Plastics Engineering Technology, B.S.
  • Polymer Engineering, B.S.
  • Materials Science and Engineering - Polymers, B.S.
• Effective communication skills with an ability to efficiently and productively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Advanced people skills and the ability to thrive in a team‑based environment.
• Strong project management capabilities
• High diligence together with an ability to understand the big picture.
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Superior time management and prioritization skills
• Independent worker and initiative‑taker
• High proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• CAD and ability to 3D print
• Prior experience with SolidWorks

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.