Nestle Packaging

Nestlé is the world’s leading food and beverage company, known for brands like Stouffer’s, Lean Cuisine, Nesquik, and Sweet Earth. With a strong commitment to sustainability, collaboration, and innovation, Nestlé provides an inclusive workplace that empowers employees to drive meaningful impact in the food and beverage industry.

The Packaging Co-Op Program is a paid, 6-month opportunity from June to December 2025 for undergraduate and graduate students. This hands-on program immerses students in packaging design, development, and sustainability efforts, offering exposure to real-world challenges and opportunities to lead impactful projects.

This program aims to prepare future professionals for roles in Nestlé’s Packaging function through practical experience and mentorship in areas such as sustainability, quality improvement, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Sustainability Initiatives: Lead projects to reduce material usage and qualify alternative materials or processes.
• Performance Testing: Develop protocols and conduct testing for product and package performance in real-world conditions.
• Design and Development: Create new packaging formats for diverse trade channels, such as club stores, grocery, and e-commerce.
• Documentation: Assist with preparing specifications for packaging materials.
• Cross-functional Exposure: Collaborate with corporate and manufacturing teams, visiting factories and supplier locations as needed.

Locations

• Franklin Park, IL - Nestlé Health Science (Manufacturing site).

Requirements

• Education: Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, or a related field (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science) during the program.
• Skills:
  • Effective communication.
  • Analytical skills for data tracking and results analysis.
  • Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Team-oriented and collaborative.
  • Ability to deliver results on challenging assignments.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Willingness to relocate for the assignment.
  • Flexibility to work in corporate or manufacturing settings.
  • Ability to travel to Nestlé factories and supplier locations in the U.S.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive pay rate.
• Relocation package (if applicable).
• Mentorship and networking opportunities.
• Participation in community service initiatives.
• Immersion in a dynamic, inclusive work culture.
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the food and beverage industry.