At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. 

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to  make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Job Summary

Internship Program 2026

The Tetra Pak Internship Program aims to develop students’ potential talent through exposure to real-life situations in the corporate world, offering them opportunities for both personal and professional growth. Our approach prepares new talents to face their upcoming professional challenges. Upon joining our team, the intern will be supported by a network of colleagues and will be trained and evaluated by a mentor, who will guide and support them in their day-to-day activities. Additionally, we have an onboarding program designed to better prepare new interns and to kick-start the development of their full potential.

The position is based in Panama City, Panama.

Tetra Pak does not sponsor work visas or relocation for this position.

What you will do

As a Sustainability Intern, you will:

• Support the execution of projects within the sustainability area, focused on the recovery of post-consumer Tetra Pak packaging.
• Carry out awareness campaigns for employees on the importance of packaging separation, recycling, and all sustainability-related projects.
• Contact companies dedicated to the collection and sorting of post-consumer packaging and conduct a diagnosis of the current situation of the recycling market in selected countries in the region (based on the information gathered).
• Prepare reports and maintain detailed records of actions and projects.
• Select communication elements and tactics for recycling initiatives together with our clients.
• Organize available recycling-related information and take part in a contract compliance audit exercise.
• Learn how to properly manage and use a budget for recycling initiatives (how to invest efficiently in recycling) and calculate specific metrics.
• Participate in the entire lifecycle of an idea, from conception to request submission, collaboration with other departments, and ultimately seeing the idea become a reality.
• Organize and participate in sustainability and recycling events such as collection drives, recycling days, municipal events, etc.

We believe you have

Bachelor Studies in progress: Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering with an Environmental focus, Marketing, Environmental Sciences, or related fields.

Desired Skills / Knowledge:

• Intermediate to advanced English
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
• A strong passion for environmental topics and for driving a shift toward a recycling culture, so that your experience is truly outstanding
• Strong communication and proactive skills; Power BI knowledge will be considered a plus
• Highly organized individuals with a willingness to learn quickly
• Availability to make (accompanied) visits to recyclable material collection centers
• Availability for the internship period: from August 3, 2026, to July 5, 2027
• Expected graduation date: July 2027 or later
• Availability of working 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

If you meet all the requirements listed above, we will be happy to continue with your application.

Process Steps

•    Application review
•    Video interview
•    Interview
•    Admission
•    Start Date: August 3, 2026

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/. 

This job posting expires on May 12, 2026

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.