Manufacturing- Process Engineering Co-Op; Naperville, IL Local

Manufacturing Co-Op at Mondelēz International

Are you ready to make it happen at Mondelēz International? Join our mission to lead the future of snacking. Make it matter.

As an organization we are committed to developing the next generation of makers and bakers. Joining us at an early career stage in our fast paced and ever changing environment will enable you to do more, learn more and grow more. You will be encouraged to step outside your comfort zone– you may even surprise yourself! We will ensure you are given the support you need to be at your best and enable you to be yourself and bring passion and personality.

Here you can lean in and speak up and bring your own flavor.

This Manufacturing Co-op is a fully in-person opportunity based in Naperville, IL, and only local candidates will be considered for the role. The program will begin in early 2027, based on a mutually agreed-upon start date, and will continue through December 2027. Candidates must be able to work all required hours onsite in Naperville for the duration of the program.

Selected candidates are expected to maintain availability throughout each phase of the co-op and work all scheduled hours in person at the Naperville site.

Mondelēz International was recognized as one of the Top 100 Intern Programs in the US in 2026 by Yello & Way Up and one of the Best Companies for New Graduates by Forbes.

As part of Manufacturing, you'll use your skills, our systems, and a wide array of raw materials to help create the delicious, finished products our consumers love. While taking ownership in your area of work, you'll also ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues while producing our top-quality products reliably and efficiently within our integrated supply chain.

As a Manufacturing Co-Op, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, working closely with site engineering, operations, and production teams to improve the efficiency, reliability, and overall performance of manufacturing processes. A significant portion of the program will be spent on the production floor, building an understanding of how products are manufactured, observing day-to-day operations, attending production and control meetings, and identifying opportunities to improve how our lines and equipment operate.

Throughout the co-op, you may support projects focused on process optimization, loss analysis, waste reduction, equipment performance, and production efficiency. Co-Ops may also have the opportunity to lead or participate in Kaizen events and other continuous improvement initiatives, using methodologies and principles such as Lean Six Sigma, World Class Manufacturing (WCM), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM). Projects may also include updating process maps for specific areas of the plant, evaluating production or packaging processes, optimizing key pieces of equipment, and supporting improvements to standard operating procedures.

Co-Ops may work directly with operators and technical teams to understand current processes and help update process documentation, training materials, work instructions, or operating manuals to ensure improvements can be effectively implemented and sustained. This Co-Op is designed to provide exposure to the full manufacturing environment; from understanding what happens directly on the production line to using data and continuous improvement tools to solve real operational challenges.

Co-Ops will collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, maintenance, quality, and other site teams while developing practical experience in process engineering, problem solving, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements and preferred qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:
  Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or any related Engineering related degree.
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree with a preferred expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Must be in close proximity to Mondelez International's Naperville, IL Plant (1555 Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 60540).
• Must be available to do full-time hours (40 hours per week) over the Summer,…