Intern Regulatory Affairs

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INX International Ink Co.

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

West Chicago, Illinois

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Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support core regulatory compliance activities through chemical data management and validation in internal databases. Research and track U.S. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation to build a structured internal tracking tool.

Qualifications

You are pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field and possess strong attention to detail and data organization skills. You have the ability to research, synthesize, and summarize technical and legislative information, with a keen interest in regulatory compliance and environmental policy.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Excel

Supply Shift

EPR

Job Description

Company Description

In a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make.  We’re globally recognized for our innovation, and we’re A Great Place to Work-Certified™ company!

INX International is the third largest producer of inks in North America with full-service subsidiaries in Europe and South America. We offer a complete line of ink and coating solutions technology for commercial, packaging and digital applications. We expertly blend pioneering technology with a deep commitment to the environment. Dedicated to coloring a safe and sustainable future one print at a time, you can see our color chemistry on beverage cans, food and household packaging, clothing, banners, billboards and more. 

Investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success.  Our average employee has been with us 12 years, and we recognize the significant experience and the continuous dedication of our team members. 

We’re actively seeking new talent with new ideas as we continue to provide sustainable products, service and innovation to the printing and packaging markets.

Join us in coloring a safe and sustainable future!

Job Description

This role offers a rate of $22.00 per hour at this location. The compensation is fixed and does not vary based on qualifications.

We are seeking a motivated Regulatory Affairs Intern to support core regulatory compliance activities, including chemical data management and regulatory research, while gaining practical exposure to how regulatory requirements influence product stewardship and sustainability-driven legislation. This role offers hands-on experience with real regulatory datasets, emerging U.S. policy trends, and short-term project ownership.

  • Perform chemical data entry and validation in internal regulatory databases  (Supply Shift)
  • Assist with maintenance and cleanup of chemical and product regulatory data to ensure accuracy and audit readiness
  • Review and track U.S. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation, with a focus on packaging-related requirements
  • Support a short-term project to design and build a U.S. EPR tracker, including:
    • Identifying key states and legislative elements
    • Defining data fields (scope, materials covered, reporting obligations, implementation timelines)
    • Populating and maintaining the tracker in Excel or similar tools
  • Collaborate with multiple departments such as R&D, purchasing, and sustainability across the globe etc.

Learning Opportunities

  • Hands-on experience with chemical regulatory data management in a manufacturing environment
  • Direct exposure to U.S. EPR laws and emerging state-level packaging regulations
  • Understanding how regulatory frameworks operationalize sustainability requirements
  • Experience translating legislation into structured, usable internal tools
  • Mentorship from experienced regulatory professionals working in global compliance

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Regulatory Affairs, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or a related field
  • Strong attention to detail and comfort working with technical and legislative information
  • Strong Excel and data organization skills; experience with databases or ERP systems is a plus
  • Ability to research, synthesize, and clearly summarize regulatory requirements
  • Interest in regulatory compliance, chemical management, and packaging or environmental policy

Additional Information

Don’t just choose a job; choose a career that emphasizes employee growth in a safe, environmentally conscious culture.   Embark on your Colorful Career with us!

We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.

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    INX International Ink Co.

    INX International Ink Co. produces and supplies ink and coatings for paper packaging, flexible packaging, rigid packaging, commercial printing, and digital printing applications in the United States and internationally. One of North America’s top three ink providers, INX focuses solely on formulations for printing, from basic chemistries to finished product. An industry leader in customizable visual solutions, INX International integrates product performance, technical service and technological development to provide our customers with the highest quality and most cost-effective ink and printing products. With a strong commitment to digital printing, INX Digital developed Evolve Advanced Digital Solutions, a program to assist conventional impact printers with the integration of digital inkjet printing into their company’s capabilities. Established in 1992, INX International is part of Sakata INX Corporation, a $1.3 billion company that has been producing inks since 1896. Headquartered in Schaumburg, IL, INX operates more than 25 plants in North America, and has over 50 locations on four continents.
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