Research & Development Engineering Intern

Green Bay Packaging Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Steel-toed shoe allowance

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. is seeking an R&D Engineering Intern to support design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of products and processes at the Green Bay facility.

This role offers hands-on experience working with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges and contribute to innovation in a fast-paced engineering environment. The student will assist with prototyping, data analysis, and documentation while gaining exposure to real-world manufacturing and product

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, material science, or a related technical field; strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with product design, prototyping, testing, and validation activities for new and existing products.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support research, product development, and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including test plans, reports, specifications, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to evaluate and implement design improvements.
• Participate in problem-solving activities, root cause investigations, and innovation projects while applying engineering principles and industry best practices.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, material science, or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering software tools

Job description

Research & Development Engineering Intern

• Posted on September 15, 2026

Locations

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Green Bay Coated Products Division
Green Bay, WI 54304, USA

• On-site
• Administration
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: RESEA003099

Description

Position Overview

The Research & Development Engineering Intern supports the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of products and processes. This role provides hands-on experience working with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges, analyze data, and contribute to innovation initiatives in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with product design, prototyping, testing, and validation activities for new and existing products.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support research, product development, and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including test plans, reports, specifications, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to evaluate and implement design improvements.
• Participate in problem-solving activities, root cause investigations, and innovation projects while applying engineering principles and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, material science, or a related technical field; strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software tools preferred.

Along with competitive pay, interns benefit from access to our on-site fitness center, a steel-toed shoe allowance, and the chance to gain valuable experience in a team-oriented workplace. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933,Green Bay Packaging Inc.is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

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