Process Engineer (Engineering) Intern – Summer 2027

Plastipak; Dundee (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance: Short-Term &

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Paid Time Off (80 hours in first year)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program

Travel Assistance

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. in Dundee, MI invites rising engineers to join Clean Tech as a Process Engineering Intern for a hands-on summer experience.

You will own a meaningful project and gain exposure to manufacturing site operations, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s in Industrial Management, Industrial Technology, Operational Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a 3.0+ GPA and anticipated graduation in 2027 or

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Expected graduation December 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Within commutable distance to Clean Tech, Dundee, MI 48131.
• Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to multiple facets of a manufacturing site operation.
• Own a meaningful project with hands-on responsibilities.
• Assist in converting work order plans from calendar-based to hourly preventative maintenance plans.
• Engage with site leaders and associates for mentorship and professional development.

Education

Industrial Management (Bachelors)

Industrial Technology (Bachelors)

Operational Management (Bachelors)

Mechanical Engineering (Bachelors)

Electrical Engineering (Bachelors)

Job description

Dundee, MI 48131

Applying to

Plastipak Packaging, Inc.

Plastipak Packaging, Inc.

Dundee, MI 48131

Are you looking for a summer with hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in a successful company with an incredibly supportive work setting? Look no further than an internship at Clean Tech, a Plastipak affiliate company. Clean Tech is a modern recycling center with the capability to recycle more than 3 billion plastic bottles each year.

As a Process Engineering Intern, you will gain exposure to multiple facets of a successful manufacturing site operation. You'll engage with leaders and associates throughout the site and receive hands-on experience through ownership of a meaningful project.Working to convert work order plans from calendar-based to hourly based preventative maintenance plans. In addition, you'll round out your internship experience with professional development and networking activities with leaders & professionals in your field.

YOU ARE:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree & majoring in Industrial Management, Industrial Technology, Operational Management, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Expected graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028
• During the internship period, will be residing within a commutable distance to Clean Tech, Inc located in Dundee, MI 48131
• Eligible to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship, & will not require employer sponsorship after graduation

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:

• Detailed work plan, including a defined project and additional day-to-day responsibilities
• A mentor and buddy to provide support and guidance throughout the summer
• 15+ hours of formal Professional Development activities
• Extensive networking with leaders
• Exposure through job shadowing & participation in leadership meetings

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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