R&D Packaging Intern

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Bel Brands seeks an onsite R&D Packaging Intern in Traverse City, MI for Jan to Jun 2027 or Jun to Dec 2027, at $33/hr plus a $1,500 housing stipend. You’ll support the R&D team with packaging material validation, SOP development, analytical testing, data analysis, and help with lab testing, early product trials, and formulation work. Requirements: HS diploma or GED and pursuing a bachelor’s in Packaging or related field; basic PC skills (Windows, Excel, Word); strong communication and reliability; ability to follow instructions; lift 50 lbs, wear PPE, and travel to suppliers if needed. To apply, tailor your resume to show hands-on lab or packaging project experience and teamwork with a track record of meeting deadlines; align with Bel’s mission and your readiness for a collaborative internship. For accommodations call 312-462-1500.

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.  #IWorkForAllForGood

Job Summary:

The R&D Intern is responsible for supporting the R&D Project Leader / Manager in processes, trials, and analysis on packaging materials and finished products.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Assist in validating packaging materials and specifications
• Provide feedback on development and optimization of standard operating procedures
• Perform routine analytical testing
• Active participant in the R&D team and group projects
• Prepare project results for the cross-functional project team
• Assist project teams in collecting and analyzing data for various on-going studies 
• Support R&D Team Leads in conducting industrial product trials and first production launches.
• Assist/Lead laboratory testing on packaging materials
• Assist formulation team on recipe development/analysis
• All other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION

• HS Diploma or GED
• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Packaging or related degree

SKILLS

• PC skills: windows, excel, word
• Basic working knowledge
• Able to deliver on time, with guidance
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Excels in the management of personal tasks and objectives.
• Actively contributes ideas for continuous improvement
• Strives to execute agreed objectives
• Able to follow instructions
• Capable of effectively communicating (verbal & written) information to R&D Technicians/Scientists

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able work in normal office conditions and in the manufacturing plant.
• Must be able to wear PPE
• Occasional travel to suppliers may occur
• Ability to lift 50lbs

Pay rate: $33/hr + one-time $1,500 housing stipend

Time Frame: January-June 2027  or June 2027 - December 2027

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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