Packaging Co-op Intern: Sustainability Projects

Lactalis American Group; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Lactalis USA is hiring a Packaging Co-Op Internship in Buffalo, NY. You will work with Marketing, R&D, Plants, Engineering and Purchasing to understand and contribute to sustainability goals while executing projects.

The role offers a paid Co-Op of about 6 months, with 25–40 hours weekly, starting December 2026, supporting brands like Kraft, Cracker Barrel, Galbani, Président and Breakstones.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in packaging science or related field.
• Packaging-related internship or other work experience preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA, Food Safety, FDA and USDA standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current packaging using sustainability tool to create a priority list of projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test and make packaging recommendations.
• Assist with data input across zones to analyze sustainability footprint and identify largest impact projects.
• Travel and/or extended or off-work hours may be required.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Working towards Bachelor’s in Packaging Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Lactalis USA is hiring a Packaging Co-Op Internship in Buffalo, NY. You will work with Marketing, R&D, Plants, Engineering and Purchasing to understand and contribute to sustainability goals while executing projects.

The role offers a paid Co-Op of about 6 months, with 25–40 hours weekly, starting December 2026, supporting brands like Kraft, Cracker Barrel, Galbani, Président and Breakstones.