Packaging Optimization Intern — Automotive Solutions

General Motors; United States; On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid US GM Holidays

GM Family First Vehicle Discount

Result‑based growth opportunities

Intern events to network with leaders

Job summary

General Motors in Burton, MI is offering a Student Internship in Packaging Optimization. You will join the Packaging Optimization team and contribute to packaging development, supplier collaboration, and bringing new products to market.

You will gain hands-on experience with design, testing, and data analytics, while collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, product management, operations, and sourcing during a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field.
• Graduating between December 2027 and August 2028.
• Able to work full time, 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support the complete packaging development process including the creation of packaging designs, prototype development, and performance testing.
• Fix new and existing packaging problems involving designs, materials, processes and provide creative, timely, and cost‑effective solutions.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to resolve physical characteristics of item, special handling, environmental and safety requirements, and types of materials required for packaging.
• Evaluate and select packaging suppliers / vendors; periodically conduct vendor reviews.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Work closely with global suppliers, engineering, product management, operations, and sourcing.
• Participate in product introduction teams to deliver new products to market.

Skills

Packaging Engineering

Full-time availability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s in Packaging Engineering or related field

Graduating Dec 2027 – Aug 2028

Job description

General Motors in Burton, MI is offering a Student Internship in Packaging Optimization. You will join the Packaging Optimization team and contribute to packaging development, supplier collaboration, and bringing new products to market.

You will gain hands-on experience with design, testing, and data analytics, while collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, product management, operations, and sourcing during a 40-hour work week.