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Thermo Fisher Scientific
Packaging Engineering Co-op
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What they do
A Packaging Industrial Engineer develops models to create packaging that fits a company's product. Finds new solutions for packaging, tests materials and specifications. Determines resources needed for current and newly developed packaging procedures.
$96,067 / year median in New York
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Packaging Engineering Co-op Thermo Fisher Scientific - 3.4 Rochester, NY Job Details Full-time $18.50 - $28.75 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Caregiver leave Employee stock purchase plan Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Statistics ASTM standards Communication with suppliers Engineering development testing Verification (System development task) Team leadership Mechanical Engineering Process design Employee relationship building Technical report writing Mechanical drawings Statistical analysis Collaboration with product development teams Analysis skills Laboratory reports Cost analysis Packaging SolidWorks Procurement cost analysis Collaboration with manufacturing teams Industrial equipment Productivity software Packaging design Test analysis Engineering design modification Design for sustainability Project leadership Leadership Mechanical product validation projects Communication skills Full Job Description Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Why Join Us? At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our co-op program is designed to be a strategic pipeline for future leadership talent. Students who demonstrate exceptional performance, leadership potential, and alignment with our values will be considered for full-time opportunities during their co-op with us to begin post-graduation. As a global company with opportunities spanning multiple businesses, functions, and locations, applicants are required to be geographically flexible and mobile for both their co-op assignment and potential future employment opportunities. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and a requirement of the position. Strategic Business Impact For this role, projects may include the following responsibilities: Partner with
Great Coworkers:
Participate on cross functional project teams to develop new products and manufacturing processes. Present packaging design concepts and test results at technical reviews. Work with your Co-op mentor on specific engineering assignments.New Package Design:
Collaborate with project teams and external suppliers to brainstorming new concepts for packaging components. Complete technical feasibility and cost assessments. Create detailed packaging component drawings and engineering change requests.Packaging Engineering Standards:
Help to create and implement packaging engineering design guides, test standards and sustainability guidelines.Equipment Selection:
Assist in the selection of a range of standard packaging equipment and obtain quotes from suppliers.Verification and Validation Testing:
Conduct process qualifications of new equipment to medical device standards. Coordinate packaging ship tests per industrial standards and document results with detailed technical reports. Compensation & Relocation Our Undergraduate co-ops offer an hourly rate between $18.50 - $28.75 dependent upon the role type and location you are supporting (aligned to respective cost-of-living guidelines). If eligible, a relocation stipend is offered in the amount of $5,000 net . Students must be located 50+ miles away from the physical location of the internship to be eligible for the relocation stipend. Please note that students are required to have a reliable mode of transportation to and from their assigned work location for the duration of their co-op.What We Look For Academic Background & Work Experience:
Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor's degree in Packaging or Mechanical engineering between December 2027 - June 202 9 . Previous related co-ops, internships, and / or work experience preferred. Ability to create basic packaging component drawings. Solid Works is preferred. Knowledge of packaging transportation test methods (ISTA or ASTM). Experience with basic data analysis and statistics to analysis part measurement data. Knowledge ofCAPE PACK
program is desirable. Strong PC skills, proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%Leadership Profile:
Proven leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus programs, military service, or other leadership roles. A track record of influencing others, leading initiatives, driving results, and creating positive impact within teams and organizations. Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and solve complex problems. Evidence of grit, resilience, and perseverance when facing challenges, setbacks, or competing priorities. Strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and an innovative mindset. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams. Geographic mobility and flexibility required to pursue co-op and future career opportunities in locations aligned with business needs. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and is required throughout the program and in future placements to support collaboration across businesses, functions, and locations. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status. Thermo Fisher does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience. Compensation and Benefits The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $21.50-$28.75. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewardsBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings