Winter 2027 Co-op - Engineering Project Management

About the role

Winter 2026 Co-op – Engineering Program Management. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Project Management Office (PMO). The co-op will support the PMO in delivering on major business objectives and executing equipment needs in our manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include assisting with project planning, tracking progress, and coordinating with various departments to ensure timely delivery of equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen interest in project management and manufacturing. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment and contribute to the production of high-quality consumer products.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project planning
• Track progress
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure timely delivery of equipment
• Developing communications to audiences ranging from senior leadership to production floor employees
• Project budgeting
• Capital expenditure management
• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a challenging, cross‑functional team environment
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
• Be paired with a mentor to enhance your knowledge of other parts of the business and build your network
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department vice president and other KDP stakeholders

Requirements

• Must be an undergraduate currently enrolled in a full-time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Supply Chain, Engineering, Food Science, Business or related
• Available to work 40 hours per week (M‑F, 8am‑5pm)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and presentation skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities
• Ability to work cross‑functionally, be independently driven, and a self‑starter
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience in manufacturing or plant setting is a plus
• Understanding of P&L is preferred
• Strong data analysis and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data to support business and project decisions
• Proficiency with data visualization and reporting tools is preferred; experience with Power BI is a strong plus
• Must be work authorized in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Pay

$31/hour, paid bi‑weekly; $5,000 sign‑on bonus paid within first 30 days of employment

Schedule

Winter 2026 Co‑op Program runs January 5th – May 22nd, 2026. Location: Burlington, MA. Full‑time; 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Hybrid schedule (Tue/Wed/Thu in‑office).