Intern - Operations

Sonoco

Posted 15 days ago

Internship

Robesonia, Pennsylvania

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will participate in hands-on projects alongside industry experts within the IPP Division. They will also engage in networking opportunities and activities with other interns and emerging leaders.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering and have previous internship experience, preferably in manufacturing. You have demonstrated technical aptitude and strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, along with proven leadership experience.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Engineering

Manufacturing

Job Description

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

We are seeking Interns in the following locations:


Robesonia, PA

Newport, TN

Hartsville, SC

Dalton, GA

City of Industry, CA


In a Sonoco internship, you can expect:

  • 12 week paid internship: salary, monthly
  • Hands-on projects alongside industry experts
  • Business knowledge from across Sonoco’s enterprise
  • Valuable networking opportunities with business leaders
  • Activities with other interns and Emerging Leader associates
  • Housing and activity stipend provided
  • Relocation assistance provided (mileage reimbursement and U-Haul trailer)

This internship role will be a part of our IPP Division.


To become an intern with Sonoco, here are a few things we’re looking for: 

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree or master's degree program with a concentration in Engineering
  • Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing or functional area) 
  • Proven leadership experience 
  • Technical aptitude 
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
  • Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
  • Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Sonoco

Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging. The Company had net sales of $7.5 billion from continuing operations in 2025 and has approximately 22,000 employees working in 265 operations in 37 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune in 2026 as well as one of America’s Most Admired and Responsible Companies by Fortune and Newsweek and by USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders. For more information on the Company, visit our website at www.sonoco.com. Our integrated packaging solutions help define brand personalities, create unique customer experiences and enhance the quality of products and the quality of life for people around the world. It’s all in the service of our purpose: Better Packaging. Better Life. Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities. Sonoco was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2021 as well as being included in Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row. Learn more at Sonoco.com.
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