R&D Engineering, Innovation Co-Op

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference! At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860's and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites. Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit Job Description Amcor Rigid Packaging is seeking full-time R&D Innovation Engineering Co-op that will commence in January 2025 and end in May 2025 and will give the selected student a challenging project-based work experience, the opportunity to learn about Amcor Rigid Packaging business, the packaging industry, and receive mentorship from business leaders. Primary Assignments: The Innovation Co-op will be exposed to injection and blow mold manufacturing line and customer fill lines as well as gain cross-function exposure to the commercial, innovation and other R&D teams. The Co-op will be responsible for updating the competitive market study and will carry out a development project which could include: Supporting the launch of new bottle for Commercial or Marketing Sustainability initiatives including light weighting or increased use of recycled materials Presentation of work and learnings to the business group Support product development engineers Conduct competitive analysis Manage special projects as required Lead basic development programs with supervised interaction with customers Basic Qualifications: Candidates must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in Packaging, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering Must hold a Junior class standing at the time of the internship. Sophomore class preferred Interest in completing 2 rotations (3 rotations preferred) Cumulative 3.2 GPA or higher Must be 18 years or older Preferred Qualifications and Skills: Demonstrated leadership abilities Strong analytical and project management skills Motivation to learn and take challenges Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work within a team-based environment A continuous improvement and innovative mindset Initiative to meet project milestones and deadlines Ability to speak to small to mid-sized groups Our Expectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when: Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

Created: 2024-11-05