Manufacturing Operations (Engineering) Intern – Summer 2027

Plastipak; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Scholarship Program

Travel Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. in Pineville, LA is seeking a Manufacturing Operations (Engineering) Intern for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience through ownership of a meaningful project at our site.

You are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management, Industrial Technology, Operational Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with a 3.0+ GPA and expected graduation in December 2027 or Spring 2028.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Expected graduation December 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Within a commutable distance of Pineville, LA.
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Own a meaningful project at the Pineville, LA site.
• Engage with site leaders and associates for hands-on experience.
• Participate in professional development and networking activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management, Industrial Technology, Operational Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Operations (Engineering) Intern – Summer 2027

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Plastipak Packaging, Inc.

Manufacturing Operations (Engineering) Intern – Summer 2027

Plastipak Packaging, Inc.

Are you looking for a summer with hands‑on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in a successful company with an incredibly supportive work setting? Look no further than an internship at Plastipak!

As a Manufacturing Operations Intern, you will gain exposure to multiple facets of a successful manufacturing site operation. You'll engage with leaders and associates throughout the site and receive hands‑on experience through ownership of a meaningful project. In addition, you'll round out your internship experience with professional development and networking activities with leaders & professionals in your field.

YOU ARE:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree & majoring in Industrial Management, Industrial Technology, Operational Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Expected graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028
• During the internship period, you will be residing within a commutable distance of our Pineville, LA manufacturing location
• Eligible to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship, & will not require employer sponsorship after graduation

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:

• Detailed work plan, including a defined project and additional day‑to‑day responsibilities
• A mentor and buddy to provide support and guidance throughout the summer
• 15+ hours of formal Professional Development activities
• Extensive networking with leaders
• Exposure through job shadowing & participation in leadership meetings

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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