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Functional Description:
At PepsiCo we offer traditional R&D Packaging Co-Op roles in the two R&D headquarter locations: Plano, TX and Valhalla, NY.; as well as Advanced Engineering and Design Co-Op roles (see pg. 2) in our Valhalla, NY Beverages R&D headquarters. Location preferences (if applicable) will be discussed in the interview process.
What you can expect: Packaging Co-Op
In this position you will contribute to channels specific project initiatives, such as package development and testing, results evaluation, conducting plant trials, developing pallet patterns, and coordinating with manufacturing plants and suppliers.
Utilize critical thinking skills to plan and coordinate individual activities that contribute to project results:
Identification of various packaging materials through individual understanding of necessary physical properties and applications, and coordination with vendors
Coordinate and perform independent and team experiments in laboratory and manufacturing plants
Presentation of project results and findings to leadership upon completion of internship
Some travel to headquarters and manufacturing plants would be required (15-20%)
Goal of Program:
Enhance technical understanding of core packaging materials with exposure to industry relevant challenges
Expand critical problem solving and decision make skills through development and execution of qualification plans
Improve communication skills with interaction of cross-functional teams and leadership alignment
Better understanding of consumer goods organization
Example Projects:
Development & qualification of new offerings for specific customers (Target, Wal-Mart, Sam's Club)
Assessment of internal and external distribution systems of channels packaging
Research & Benchmarking studies to identify "white space" for future packaging development opportunities
What we're looking for:
Currently pursuing a degree in: Packaging (other related majors will be considered)
Course Requirements: Student must have completed 300 level courses (or equivalent based on specific school course guidelines) at minimum prior to beginning co-op
Basic knowledge of packaging materials, package manufacturing processes, and distribution systems
Capable of working in both individual and team settings
Seeking highly energetic, creative, and motivated individuals
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Responsibilities
What you can expect: Advanced Engineering and Design Co-Op
In this position, you will contribute to specific project initiatives centered on Modelling & Simulation/virtual development; such as package design concept evaluation, digital platform development, process and performance simulation, material testing and characterization, supporting plant trials, and coordinating with manufacturing plants and suppliers.
This is a 6 month co-op assignment with opportunities for either Fall (Jul-Dec) or Spring (Jan-Jun).
Utilize critical thinking skills to plan and coordinate individual activities that contribute to project results:
Utilize Modelling & Simulation (FEA), Virtual Analysis and Data Analytics, coupled with smart-instrumented physical testing to support packaging development for cross-functional teams to early screen beverage packaging design, conduct packaging light-weighting, optimize package or process design, and troubleshoot package or process design issues.
Coordinate and perform independent and team experiments in laboratory and manufacturing plants
Presentation of project results and findings to leadership upon completion of internship
Some travel to headquarters and manufacturing plants would be required (15-20%)
Goal of Program:
Enhance technical understanding of Modelling & Simulation/Virtual Analysis coupled with data analytics and physical testing can help de-risk packaging development before large scale physical trial with exposure to industry-relevant challenges
Expand critical problem solving and decision-making skills through development and execution of qualification plans
Improve communication skills with interaction of cross-functional teams and leadership alignment
Better understanding of consumer goods organization
Example Projects:
Early screen package design options in the ideation phase for beverage brands (such as Pure Leaf, Propel, Lipton)
Conduct bottle light-weighting evaluation by using virtual analysis, data analytics and smart-instrumented physical testing
Research & Benchmarking studies to identify "white space" for future packaging development opportunities
What we're looking for:
Level: Advanced Junior, Senior, Graduate Student (all non-graduating)
Major: Data Science, Polymer Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar
Course Requirements: Student must have completed 300 level courses (or equivalent based on specific school course guidelines) at minimum prior to beginning co-op
Basic knowledge of FEA/Virtual Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Polymer Science, and Data Analytics (prefer candidates with experience in Abaqus, ANSYS, SolidWorks, CATIA, Moldflow, Moldex3D, etc)
Strong programming skills (preferably Python) will be highly valued
Capable of working in both individual and team settings
Seeking highly energetic, creative, and motivated individuals
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - Each candidate is expected to:
Graduate with Bachelor's or Master's degree within one (1) year of co-op completion.
Preference will be given to candidates with indefinite right to work in the United States
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
The expected compensation hourly pay ranges for hires into our 2024 campus Co-Op openings is $20.50 - $39.60/hour
Role, degree discipline, degree level, and location are part of the process when determining actual starting salary for positions
Hourly pay for our campus hires is pre-determined and non-negotiable
We love to convert our Co-Ops to full time opportunities! Our full time positions have a comprehensive benefits package that include:
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
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