Packaging Engineering Intern

Job Description

The Role:

At General Motors, we do not just build vehicles; we build the future of mobility. As part of our commitment to innovation and excellence, we are looking for an enthusiastic, forward-thinking student to join our Student Internship Program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to dive into the world of Packaging Optimization, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of automotive solutions.

The Team:

Join the Packaging Optimization team and become part of one of the most dynamic and innovative organizations within General Motors. Our mission is to provide GM with a competitive advantage through exemplary services and solutions.

As part of the Packaging Optimization team, you will be interacting with industry leaders, attending cross-functional events, and volunteering for community service activities. You will gain valuable work experience in Global Aftersales Packaging Engineering.

What You'll Do:

• Support the complete packaging development process including the creation of packaging designs, prototype development, and performance testing

• Fix new and existing packaging problems involving designs, materials, processes and provides creative, timely, and cost-effective solutions

• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to resolve physical characteristics of item, special handling, environmental and safety requirements, and types of materials required for packaging

• Evaluate and select packaging suppliers / vendors; periodically conduct vendor reviews

• Handle multiple projects simultaneously

• Works closely with global suppliers, engineering, product management, operations, and sourcing

• Participate in product introduction teams to deliver new products to market

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

• Graduating between December 2027 and August 2028

• Able to work full time, 40 hours per week

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity and innovate

• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization

• Proficient in Excel for data analytics and BI software for data visualization

• Desire to learn new tools/methodologies

• Demonstrated leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities, or service organizations

What you’ll get from us (Benefits): ​

• Paid US GM Holidays

• GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program

• GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program

• Result-based potential for growth within GM

• Intern events to network with company leaders and peers

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Burton, MI on a full-time basis. 

GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program.​ To help facilitate administration of relocation benefits if you are selected, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.

Start dates for this internship role are May & June of 2027.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

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