Product Development Engineer Summer Internship - Co-Op - Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

What we are looking for

We are seeking innovators, collaborators, and problem solvers. Our interns and co-ops  do not shy away from a challenge, and are looking for a chance to create a real impact with our company. Avery Dennison’s Internship and Co-Op  Program has a single business focus to cultivate future talent for our rapidly growing organization. With a concentrated blend of experiential on-the-job learning, a dynamic environment, access to business leaders, and a supportive team of co-workers, peers, and supervisors, the Internship and Co-Op Program will provide you the opportunity to sharpen your skills and collaborate on a number of strategic projects.

We’re seeking a Product Development Co-Op to join our Avery Dennison Smartrac business in North America starting January 2025 on our Product Development Team. This will be an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a fast paced and client focused environment. Our summer internship and Co-Op programs serve as a talent pipeline for our Early Careers Program throughout the organization.

We are considering individuals who are excited about working in our state of the art facility in Miamisburg, OH.

What you will be doing

• Media/Customization Projects

  • Support media/customization projects in the Food/CPG and Apparel/Retail segments covering end-to-end process including translating client requirements into product specification and item code/Bill of Materials documentation to enable design, sampling, testing, and release to production working within a supportive, collaborative, and global cross-functional team environment

  • Closely collaborate with Product Development Managers and Product Line Managers in support of implementation, execution and delivery of customized products.

  • Assist in continuous improvement initiatives for the media/customization process with the objectives of simplification, quality and speed as guiding principles.

  • Strong project and time management skills, verbal and written communication skills, analytical reasoning, critical thinking, problem-solving, statistical data analysis, and work towards knowledge acquisition. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy and attention to detail.

What sets us apart

Avery Dennison’s Summer Internship and Co Op  Program is unlike any other with its emphasis on networking, community and support. From Day 1, networking is encouraged, promoted and expected within the program. As you are on-boarded with other summer interns, co-ops and Early Careers Program associates from various tracks, you quickly develop a community  of individuals all committed to make sure you have what it takes to succeed.

A core component of the curriculum is the peer mentoring program. Paired with an Early Careers Associate or program graduate within the organization, the program focuses on the transition from college to corporate, leveraging strengths and defining your early career path.  

In addition as an organization that values diversity and inclusion, we welcome our Summer Interns to take an active role in our Employee Resource Groups(ERG’s).  ERG’s are a group of employees that help advance and promote diversity, cultural awareness and an inclusive work environment. Some of our ERG’s are Black Employee Resource Group (BERG), Elevate(Women’s Leadership Development), NEO Chinese Association, Unite(LGBT+), Veteran Employee Resource Group (VERG) and Voz Latina.

Interns  & Co-Ops  at Avery Dennison are paid and relocation assistance is available to those that qualify.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Work on innovative projects in RFID, IoT, and smart labeling technologies

• Gain practical experience in product development and project management supporting media/customization projects working within a supportive, collaborative, and global cross-functional team environment

• Access to mentorship, learning, and networking opportunities with industry experts

What you will need to bring to the program

Avery Dennison has a long history of being an industry leader. Your history is important to us. It should include the following:

Education

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant technical engineering disciplines such as Electronics/Computer/Mechanical. 

• Bachelors & Masters degrees must come from an accredited US institution.  Sponsorship is not available at this time.  Students must be domestic.

• Proficiency in business tools such Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, Oracle, as well as the ability to navigate the digital world.

Preferred Experience 

• Previous internship/co-op experience or relevant work experience

• Experience via student organizations, such as Engineers without Borders, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, American Society of Chemical Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers etc. 

• Volunteerism or similar activities

*Must have reliable transportation to and from work in Miamisburg, OH

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Travel

• Ability to travel up to 10 percent of the time 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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