Packaging Innovation Intern: Prototyping & Research

Quad/Graphics; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Quad/Graphics is seeking a Packaging Innovation & Consumer Research Intern for a 15-week program in Greenville, SC. The role focuses on prototyping, consumer research, and data analysis to support product development and in-person studies from setup through final analysis.

Responsibilities include prototyping, preparing files for digital workflows, and organizing research results. A four-year degree program and junior/senior standing are required; relocation to SC may be needed and is at the

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a four-year Business, Communications, Graphic Communications, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related degree program.
• Entering junior or senior year.
• If currently residing outside South Carolina, relocation to South Carolina for the duration of the internship is required and will be at the applicant’s own expense.
• Reliable transportation.
• U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship for the duration of the program.
• Applicants must submit an unofficial transcript and résumé.
• Cover letter submission is encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prototype creation support for client projects and production-ready samples.
• Operate a digital UV press and CAD cutting table.
• Prepare artwork and production files for digital workflows.
• Refine prototypes based on project requirements and feedback.
• Plan and set up in-person consumer research studies.
• Move and organize research materials, displays, and supplies.
• Assist with consumer studies, including participant interactions and data collection.
• Organize and analyze research results using Excel and prepare summaries in PowerPoint.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong communication

Excellent organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Four-year degree program in Business/Communications/Graphic Communications/Marketing/Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Quad/Graphics is seeking a Packaging Innovation & Consumer Research Intern for a 15-week program in Greenville, SC. The role focuses on prototyping, consumer research, and data analysis to support product development and in-person studies from setup through final analysis.

Responsibilities include prototyping, preparing files for digital workflows, and organizing research results. A four-year degree program and junior/senior standing are required; relocation to SC may be needed and is at the