Package Development Spring 2026 Co-Op

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Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson

Package Development Spring 2026 Co-Op

Cincinnati, OH
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

    Job Function:

    Career Programs

    Job Sub Function:

    Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

    Job Category:

    Career Program

    All Job Posting Locations:

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

    Job Description:

    About MedTech

    Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

    Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

    We are searching for the best talent for Package Development Spring 2026 Co-Op to be in Cincinnati, OH.

    • The Co-op term is from January to June, 2026.
    • Full time requirement (40 hours per week).

    You will be responsible for:

    • Partner with full-time engineers to conceptualize, design, and develop innovative packaging solutions for various products.
    • Enhances and validates sterile and non-sterile package designs, components, and processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
    • Actively learn and optimize package process parameters in a hands-on environment to improve efficiency and effectiveness of packaging designs and operations
    • Evaluate and assess new package concepts and technologies utilizing our advanced prototyping capabilities.
    • Develop comprehensive package testing strategies and conduct rigorous testing in our exceptional Package Development Lab to ensure quality, durability and safety.
    • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including suppliers, manufacturing sites (external and internal), as well as groups involved with labeling and sterilization, to ensure cohesive project execution.
    • Build and enhance technical competencies related to packaging materials and processes used in manufacturing processes contributing to a deeper understanding of operational requirements.
    • Maintain accurate documentation of packaging design and testing process, reporting findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
    • Uphold Johnson and Johnson’s commitment to the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance in all professional activities and advancement.

    Qualifications / Requirements:

    • Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at accredited University is required.
    • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Package Development Engineering, Package Science, Paper Science Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainability Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Biomedical/Bioengineering.
    • Minimum GPA of 2.8 is required.
    • Verbal and written communication skills.
    • Project management, problem solving, and presentation skills.
    • Familiarity with Windows: word processing, project planning, presentation, e-mail, and spreadsheet software.
    • Proven leadership and/or participation in campus extracurricular and community service activities.
    • MS digital literacy including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
    • Knowledge of statistical analysis and statistical analysis tools such as Minitab.
    • Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

    The expected pay range for this position is between $23.00 per hour and $51.50 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension).

    For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

    This job posting is anticipated to close on [09/21/2025]. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

    Ineligibility for severance.

    Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

    Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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    The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

    $23.00/hr to $51.50/hr

    Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

    The expected pay range for this position is between $23.00 per hour and $51.50 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on [Month/Day/Year]. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care
  • Fun Fact
    We aspire to be the world's healthiest work force, offering group fitness classes, beach volleyball courts, bicycle desks, and more!
  • About Us

    Push the boundaries of science to transform health—and your career.

    Join us and advance life-changing treatments for people who need them most. At Johnson & Johnson, our focus is on improving global health equity and developing MedTech and pharmaceutical innovations that impact the future of health. Using AI and robotics to transform surgery or helping data scientists and clinicians formulate new ways to diagnose and treat disease, this work may sound like sci-fi, but it’s all science, all real, and could be your career. Whatever your background, skills, or career goals, there’s a place for you to help solve some of the world’s most pressing health challenges with us.

    Accelerate your career while changing the world.

    Each of our broadly-based family of companies offers an inclusive and empowering culture and employee benefits (like paid time off to volunteer, transgender-inclusive and same-sex partner health insurance coverage, and more) designed to help you live your best life, however you define it. And our best-in-class learning and development approaches, mentorship, and access to innovators across the world will help you grow your skills and reach your career goals. Because when you're at your best, nothing stands between you and your next breakthrough.