2027 Co-Op: R&D

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see:AT WHATS NEXTAt PepsiCo, you'll find the opportunity to grow your career, make animpact, and help shape what's next. As one of the world's leading foodand beverage companies, our beloved brands-including Gatorade, Lay's,and Quaker-help create smiles with every sip and bite. Behind ourproducts is a connected system that starts with how we source and growingredients alongside farmers and extends to how we make, move, anddeliver products while driving positive impact for our business andcommunities.
At the heart of PepsiCo are our people: professionals who bringcuriosity, drive, and fresh thinking, working together to turn ideasinto action. Across functions, teams, and markets, we collaborate tosolve challenges, unlock new opportunities, and create meaningful impactfor our consumers, customers, and communities.
No matter your role, you'll be part of a connected community where yourcontributions matter, your voice is heard, and your development issupported. With opportunities to grow, belong, and smile, PepsiCo offersmore than a place to build your career-it offers the chance to helpcreate what's next.
ResponsibilitiesAt PepsiCo we place R&D hires primarily in the three headquarterlocations: Plano, TX; Purchase/Valhalla, NY & Chicago IL.
What you can expect:In this position you will contribute to channels specific projectinitiatives, such as package development and testing, resultsevaluation, conducting plant trials, developing pallet patterns, andcoordinating with manufacturing plants and suppliers.
Utilize critical thinking skills to plan and coordinate individualactivities that contribute to project results:Identification of various packaging materials through individualunderstanding of necessary physical properties and applications, andcoordination with vendorsCoordinate and perform independent and team experiments in laboratoryand manufacturing plantsPresentation of project results and findings to leadership uponcompletion of internshipSome travel to headquarters and manufacturing plants would be required(15-20%)Goal of Program:Enhance technical understanding of core packaging materials withexposure to industry relevant challengesExpand critical problem solving and decision make skills throughdevelopment and execution of qualification plansImprove communication skills with interaction of cross-functional teamsand leadership alignmentBetter understanding of consumer goods organizationExample Projects:Development & qualification of new offerings for specific customers(Target, Wal-Mart, Sams Club)Assessment of internal and external distribution systems of channelspackagingResearch & Benchmarking studies to identify white space for futurepackaging development opportunitiesQualificationsCurrently pursuing a degree in: Packaging (other related majors will beconsidered)Course

Requirements:
Student must have completed 300 level courses (orequivalent based on specific school course guidelines) at minimum priorto beginning co-opBasic knowledge of packaging materials, package manufacturing processes,and distribution systemsCapable of working in both individual and team settingsSeeking highly energetic, creative, and motivated individualsExcellent communication and organizational skillsMinimum Qualifications
- Each candidate is expected to:Graduate with bachelor's degree within one (1) year of coopcompletion.
This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in theUnited StatesCompensation:The expected compensation hourly pay ranges for hires into our 2027campus intern openings is $21.09
- $34.00 hourly.
Role, degree discipline, degree level, and location are part o theprocess when determining actual starting salary for positions.
Hourly pay for our campus hires is pre-determined and non-negotiable.
We love to convert our interns to full-time opportunities Our full-timepositions have a comprehensive benefits package to support our employeesand their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical,Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care ReimbursementAccounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, GroupLegal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
EEO StatementOur Company will consider for employment qualified applicants withcriminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of theFair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including butnot limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonlyreferred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and ChapterXVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred toas the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, ordisability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Min