Position Title: Packaging Engineering Intern
Start/End Date: May 18 – August 7, 2026
Location: Huntersville, NC
Reports To: Manager, Packaging Engineering
Number of Positions Available: 2
Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.
The success of our company starts with our people. Newell Brands’ Summer Internship Program is an important element of our strategy to provide a diverse pool of talent for critical projects and entry level hires. Our offering includes a dedicated manager and mentor to outline clear assignments and provide direction throughout the summer; challenging and exciting projects and work assignments; volunteer and social activities to build intern community and professional development; visibility to key leaders in the company; and the opportunity to experience our everyday life at Newell Brands.
This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position. More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities.
Responsibilities:
This self-starter will work with Packaging Engineers to develop innovative and cost-effective packaging to address company objectives. The role is responsible for the coordination and development of packaging components and specifications, implementation into production, and ongoing technical support after commercialization.
- Design, evaluate, cost, specify, and implement primary packaging for new products from the conceptual phase to production.
- Development of club displays and special sets per Marketing & Sales requirements.
- Ongoing technical support and trouble-shooting for new and existing product packaging.
- Initiate, evaluate, and implement productivity improvements to achieve optimum use of facilities and resources.
- Provide packaging assistance to other departments and subsidiaries.
- Maintain and upgrade knowledge and education.
Qualifications:
- Pursuing BS major in Packaging Science, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Engineering Management
- Expected graduation date and available for full-time employment in 2026 or 2027
- 3.0 GPA or higher preferred
- Working knowledge of packaging technologies
- Good project management skills
- Excellent communication skills-verbal and written
- Experience designing packaging in ArtiosCAD preferred but not required
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
