Operations Co-Op (Spring 2027 and Fall 2027)

Avery Dennison; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Avery Dennison is offering a paid Operations Co-Op starting January 2027 across multiple North American sites. The program emphasizes hands-on manufacturing experience, process improvement projects, and mentorship.

Rotation- based assignment will be decided post-acceptance, with relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. Ideal candidates are engineering students pursuing a bachelor’s degree, with prior internship or leadership in student organizations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a focus on Chemical, Electrical, Automation, Controls, Industrial or Mechanical.
• Previous internship/co-op experience preferred but not required.
• Willingness to relocate to multiple site locations in North America.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support process improvement opportunities
• Build project plans and lead/support projects to completion
• Assist plant leadership team and help implement plant initiatives
• Support cross-functional teams with special projects as required

Skills

Networking

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Automation, Controls, Industrial or Mechanical)

Job description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

What we are looking for

We are seeking innovators, collaborators, and problem solvers. Our interns and co-ops do not shy away from a challenge, and are looking for a chance to create a real impact with our company. Avery Dennison’s Internship & Co-Op Program has a single business focus to cultivate future talent for our rapidly growing organization. With a concentrated blend of experiential on-the-job learning, a dynamic environment, access to business leaders, and a supportive team of co-workers, peers, and supervisors, the Internship Program will provide you the opportunity to sharpen your skills and collaborate on a number of strategic projects.

We’re seeking an Operations Co-Op to join our business in North America starting in January 2027. You will be responsible for completing an assignment focused on process improvement initiatives and collaborating with the plant’s leadership team in one of our state of the art facilities. After a successful co‑op you will get hands‑on experience in manufacturing. Our co‑op program serves as a talent pipeline for our Early Careers Program in Operations and throughout the organization.

We are considering individuals who are excited about relocating to any of our sites:

• Perris, CA
• Peachtree City, GA
• Mount Prospect, IL
• Greenfield, IN
• Lowell, IN
• Mentor/Painesville/Fairport Harbor, OH
• Miamisburg, OH
• Oak Harbor, OH
• Neenah, WI

This is a rotational position - location will be determined POST offer acceptance in November of 2026.

What you will be doing

• Identify and support process improvement opportunities
• Build project plans and lead/support projects to completion
• Assist plant leadership team and help implement plant initiatives
• Support cross‑functional teams with special projects as required

What sets us apart

Avery Dennison’s Co‑Op and Internship Program is unlike any other with its emphasis on networking, community and support. From Day 1, networking is encouraged, promoted and expected within the program. As you are on‑boarded with other summer interns and Early Careers Program associates from various tracks, you quickly develop a community of individuals all committed to make sure you have what it takes to succeed.

A core component of the curriculum is the peer mentoring program. Paired with an Early Careers Associate or program graduate within the organization, the program focuses on the transition from college to corporate, leveraging strengths and defining your early career path.

In addition as an organization that values diversity and inclusion, we welcome our co‑op associates to take an active role in our Employee Resource Groups(ERG’s). ERG’s are a group of employees that help advance and promote diversity, cultural awareness and an inclusive work environment. Some of our ERG’s are Black Employee Resource Group (BERG), Elevate(Women’s Leadership Development), NEO Chinese Association, Unite(LGBT+), Veteran Employee Resource Group (VERG) and Voz Latina.

Co‑Op and Internships at Avery Dennison are paid and relocation assistance is available to those that qualify.

Qualifications

What you will need to bring to the program

Avery Dennison has a long history of being an industry leader. Your history is important to us. It should include the following:

Education

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a focus on Chemical, Electrical, Automation, Controls, Industrial or Mechanical

Preferred Experience

• Previous internship/co‑op experience or relevant work experience
• Experience via student organizations, such as Engineers without Borders, Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers etc.
• Volunteerism or similar activities.

Requirements

• Must be willing to join during at least two semesters, including one non‑summer term

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future

Travel

• Ability to travel 10 - 20 percent of the time

Additional Information

The hourly rate for this position is $24.50 - $27.50/hour based on where you are at academically.

The hourly rate above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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