Package Development Spring 2026 Co-Op

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 5