R&D Packaging Intern

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives. The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Responsibilities

• Assist in validating packaging materials and specifications
• Provide feedback on development and optimization of standard operating procedures
• Perform routine analytical testing
• Active participant in the R&D team and group projects
• Prepare project results for the cross-functional project team
• Assist project teams in collecting and analyzing data for various on-going studies
• Support R&D Team Leads in conducting industrial product trials and first production launches
• Assist/Lead laboratory testing on packaging materials
• Assist formulation team on recipe development/analysis
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Packaging or related degree

Skills

• PC skills: Windows, Excel, Word
• Basic working knowledge
• Able to deliver on time, with guidance
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Excels in the management of personal tasks and objectives
• Actively contributes ideas for continuous improvement
• Strives to execute agreed objectives
• Able to follow instructions
• Capable of effectively communicating (verbal & written) information to R&D Technicians/Scientists

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Must be able work in normal office conditions and in the manufacturing plant
• Must be able to wear PPE
• Occasional travel to suppliers may occur
• Ability to lift 50lbs

Pay

$33/hr + one-time $1,500 housing stipend

Schedule

January–June 2027 or June 2027–December 2027