Packaging Engineering Intern

Now Brewing - Starbucks Packaging Engineering Internship! #tobeapartner
Note: This internship position was previously known as the R&D Summer Co-op Program.
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

Calling all Makers and Innovators

As an innovative, high growth company, Starbucks is dependent on a world class Research and Development organization. Starbucks co-op participants will support packaging challenges across food and beverage with emphasis on solutions to enhance productivity in our stores and overall sustainability. Role can include research of technology, lab testing, structural packaging design, and working directly with store partners to enable innovation in our stores.

About the Starbucks Summer Internship Program:
The Starbucks Internship Program is paid, full time, 12 week program (June -August 2025), designed to provide students with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience in a field of interest andexpertisewithin the Starbucks Industrial Engineering team. Roleswillbe based out of the Seattle Support Centerin Seattle, WA.
Internships at Starbucks include great Internperks: Starbucks Rewards Gold Status, Spotify Premium, 30% discount in company-owned Starbucks stores, Headspace Plus Membership.
Some things for you to tackle include:

• Collaborate with cross functional team members including product development, equipment engineering, store design, sourcing, and others to define problems anddevelop concepts.


• Work in a fast-paced environment to explore ideas and deliver novel solutions to complex problems.


• Design and execute experiments and analyze and interpret data to make sound technical recommendations on packaging and sustainability issues.


• Participate in quality/packaging improvement and productivity initiatives.

We'd love to hear from humble, hungry, and agile students with:

• A drive for results, a desire to learn and competence in quickly building relationships


• Capability to simplify complex issues and define new ways to move forward


• Demonstrated ability to make significant technical scientific advances using internal/external resources


• Experience creating DoE, affinity with lab testing equipment and statistical knowledge


• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Internship Program Qualifications:

• Active enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing abachelor'sdegree
  
  
  
  • Preference for Packaging Science / Engineering majors
  
  
  
  


• Recommended (but notrequired)minimumcumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0


• Ability to work full time fromJune - early September 2025


• Eligibility to work in the United States

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.
We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at

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