Intern

About the role

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 are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Intern to join our team in Newport, Tennessee. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop valuable skills while supporting various projects and tasks that contribute to the overall success of the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative tasks
• Conduct research and gather data to support ongoing projects
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement new strategies
• Participate in meetings and provide input on project progress
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program or recent graduate
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
• Previous internship or related experience is a plus but not required

Pay

• Monthly base salary for Undergraduate Business/Non-Technical Degrees:
  • Senior: $4,350
  • Junior: $4,100
  • Sophomore: $3,900
  • Freshman: $3,700
• Monthly base salary for Undergraduate Engineering/Technical Degrees:
  • Senior: $4,800
  • Junior: $4,600
  • Sophomore: $4,300
  • Freshman: $4,100
• Monthly base salary for Graduate Degree Business/Non-Technical: Senior $5,100
• Monthly base salary for Graduate Degree Engineering/Technical: Senior $5,700

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