Package Engineering Co-Op

Greensboro , United States
internship

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Support packaging engineering projects at Syngenta, managing your own development initiatives while working on innovative solutions in a state-of-the-art lab.

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every team member has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Packaging team is currently seeking a Package Co-op in Greensboro, NC. As a co-op you will be responsible for supporting our packaging engineer’s development, maintenance and cost reduction projects. You will interface closely with all groups (i.e., Formulation Development, Purchasing, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Commercial, Country Contacts, etc.) associated with product commercialization and are expected to utilize available technologies, knowledge and communication resources to maintain Syngenta’s industry leading reputation in packaging. As part of this experience, you will have the opportunity to manage your own project. 

As a co-op at Syngenta, you have the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, and work on real projects finding real solutions. Work with us and you’ll get:  

  • Ongoing career development resources   
  • The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems 
  • A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs 
  • The opportunity to work in a brand-new state of art Packaging lab and office building 

Estimated Duration:

January 2026 – June 2026 

The expectation is that each selected Co-op will be able to work 40 hours a week on site for the duration of their assignment. 

You will: 

  • Oversee and manage complete packaging development process, including the creation of packaging designs, prototype development, performance testing and regulatory compliance for agricultural chemical products registration, transportation, storage, and use.
  • Provide troubleshooting support to adjacent supply chain functions (procurement, manufacturing, quality, etc.), to ensure a safe user-friendly customer experience.                                                   
  • Identify and implement cost saving initiatives related to packaging materials, labor, efficiency, transportation, and storage.
  • Contributes to New Product Introduction (NPI) teams ensuring all packaging related milestones are completed on time.
  • Knowledge of package technologies, materials and testing related to the development of new packaging components.
  • Implement innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that maximize our competitive advantage and build brand preference.

What you must have: 

  • Enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Packaging Science, or another closely related field of study 
  • Must be a current student continuing education upon completion of internship term (Graduation date of December 2026 or AFTER)
  • Prefer a student with a Sophomore or Junior standing 
  • Fluent in English 

What We Offer:

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

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Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Flexible Work Hours: A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs
  • Innovative projects: The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

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