Packaging Science Trainee Co-Op

Overview

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability,
Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at Greif’s website and follow Greif on Instagram and Linked In.

OUR VISION: Being the customer service company in the world.

OUR

PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #:  Packaging Science Trainee Co-Op (Open)

Job Description:

Attention students! Ready to ignite your career? Discover excitement and opportunity with Greif.

Greif offers a unique opportunity to learn, inspire, and make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are valued. As a leader in industrial packaging, Greif is dedicated to creating solutions for life’s essentials, with colleagues delivering legendary customer service in over 35 countries.

Greif has been awarded the 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award and 2024 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplace. Greif is committed to sustainability and values every team member as a colleague. Our journey toward becoming the best-performing customer service company is about the people and strategies that define us.

Ready to shape your career journey in a company as unique as you? You’ve come to the right place.

• Unlock invaluable corporate experience and propel your engineering career to new heights. A co-op at Greif will enable you to:
• Apply academic knowledge to real-world scenarios, gaining industry experience
• Access professional development opportunities and learning material
• Gain clarity on your academic and career interests, as well as goals
• Assimilate into a corporate team environment
• You will have the opportunity to assist in engineering assignments and ongoing projects
• Familiarize yourself with departmental functions
• Attend events and functions including social networking events and round tables
• Contribute meaningfully to performance goals and assigned projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Packaging Science
• Completed at least 2 semesters by the start of the co-op term, with remaining coursework
• Good academic standing with your Engineering major and school
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Able to work 40 hours for the duration of the co-op (August 17, 2026 to February 12, 2027)

What sets you apart:

• Strong academic background, with a preferred GPA of 3.5 or above
• Understanding of basic Engineering principles and relevant functions
• Relevant work experience or involvement with professional clubs / organizations
• Ability to work effectively both independently and on a team
• Curiosity and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication, organizational, time management, analytical, and adaptability skills

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? We have a place for you here. Apply now!

EEO Statement:
Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. For more information, read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Compensation range:
The pay range for this position is $23.80 - $40.53. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The position may be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits available for eligible colleagues effective day one.

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