Paid Engineering Internship: Hands-On in Global Packaging

Sonoco Products Company; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Sonoco, a global packaging leader, offers a 12-week paid internship across U.S. locations, including West Chicago, Illinois. The program immerses students in manufacturing, process engineering, quality, safety, and more, with hands-on projects and plant tours.

Interns receive housing and activity stipends, relocation assistance, and opportunities to network with Sonoco leadership, preparing for the next career step in engineering, sales, finance, supply chain, and other fields.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or master's program in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous internship experience in Manufacturing or related area is a plus.
• Proven leadership experience and strong communication skills.
• Technical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving abilities expected.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Work on hands-on projects alongside industry experts.
• Participate in plant tours and engagement with Sonoco leadership.
• Gain exposure to manufacturing, process engineering, quality, safety, and other functions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver real-world outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical aptitude

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Sonoco, a global packaging leader, offers a 12-week paid internship across U.S. locations, including West Chicago, Illinois. The program immerses students in manufacturing, process engineering, quality, safety, and more, with hands-on projects and plant tours.

Interns receive housing and activity stipends, relocation assistance, and opportunities to network with Sonoco leadership, preparing for the next career step in engineering, sales, finance, supply chain, and other fields.