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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship consumer packaged goods in the United States is $18.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Internship Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) positions are temporary roles for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in the consumer packaged goods industry. These internships typically involve working with products that are sold quickly and at a relatively low cost, such as food, beverages, cleaning products, and personal care items. Interns may work in various departments like marketing, sales, supply chain, or product development. The goal is to provide real-world exposure, professional development, and networking opportunities within the CPG sector.

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As a CPG intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects that support brand management, marketing campaigns, product development, or supply chain operations. Common tasks may include analyzing market trends, assisting with product launches, collecting and interpreting consumer data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams such as sales, logistics, and R&D. This hands-on experience provides valuable insight into how major brands operate and gives you the opportunity to contribute meaningful work while developing industry-specific skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intern in consumer packaged goods (CPG), and why are they important?

To thrive as an intern in Consumer Packaged Goods, you need a foundational understanding of marketing, business analytics, and consumer behavior, often supported by coursework in business or related fields. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and sometimes CRM or market research platforms is typically expected. Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills set standout interns apart in a fast-evolving industry. These capabilities are crucial for contributing effectively to projects, understanding market trends, and supporting cross-functional teams in delivering successful products.

What is the difference between Internship Consumer Packaged Goods vs Marketing Intern?

AspectInternship Consumer Packaged GoodsMarketing Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or ongoing college coursework, basic knowledge of CPG industryHigh school diploma or college coursework, basic marketing knowledge
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, product development, supply chainAdvertising agencies, corporate marketing teams
Employer & Industry UsageConsumer goods companies, retail brandsBrands, advertising firms, media companies

Internship Consumer Packaged Goods roles focus on product development, supply chain, and manufacturing within the CPG industry, while Marketing Internships emphasize advertising, branding, and market research. Both roles provide valuable industry experience but differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Internship Consumer Packaged Goods job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,082 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Packaging R&D Intern (Summer 2027)

Lakeville, MN

Post Consumer Brands
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$25/hr

Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Posted 10 days ago

Post Consumer Brands rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook for the latest news.


Location Description

Post Consumer Brands corporate headquarters in Lakeville, Minnesota, is about 20 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Lakeville has all the benefits of smaller town living with access to everything a large metropolitan area has to offer. Join more than 400 team members collaborating on the two-building campus to help put breakfast on the tables of millions of consumers in North America. 


Responsibilities

Launch your career with one of the nation's leading consumer packaged goods companies.


Interested in developing innovative packaging solutions for iconic cereal and pet food brands?

Looking to gain hands-on experience in packaging development, commercialization, and manufacturing within a dynamic consumer packaged goods organization? Post Consumer Brands is seeking a Packaging R&D Engineer Intern to join our team for a 13-week internship during Summer 2027.


As an intern, you'll work alongside packaging engineers and cross-functional partners to support packaging innovation, quality improvements, cost savings initiatives, and commercialization projects. You'll gain experience in packaging design, testing, manufacturing trials, and supplier collaboration while building the skills needed for a successful career in Packaging Research & Development.


Join us in delivering our purpose: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all.


What You'll Do


As a member of our Packaging R&D team, you'll help develop and improve packaging solutions that support product quality, operational efficiency, and consumer needs. Depending on business needs and your interests, you may have opportunities to:

  • Support packaging innovation, quality improvement, and cost optimization projects from concept through commercialization
  • Plan and execute laboratory and manufacturing trials, evaluate packaging materials and designs, and analyze results to develop recommendations
  • Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support packaging development, testing, and project execution

Specific projects are determined prior to the internship based on business needs and intern interests.


Qualifications

What We're Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, or a related engineering field with an expected graduation date of December 2027, Spring 2028, or Summer 2028
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills with an interest in packaging development, manufacturing, and innovation
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; previous packaging, engineering, manufacturing, laboratory, or internship experience is preferred
  • Interest in the consumer packaged goods/manufacturing industry and the desire to start a career with Post Consumer Brands after graduation is strongly preferred; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Additional Program Information & Perks

  • Competitive compensation, subsidized housing, and relocation assistance for eligible students
  • Access to professional development, networking, and social activities while gaining exposure to Packaging R&D leaders and cross-functional teams
  • Opportunity to be considered for future full-time opportunities upon graduation, plus free cereal, oatmeal, milk, coffee, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow interns and teammates

Compensation for this role is $25.00 per hour.

This role will be posted until October 4, 2026.

Qualifications:

What We're Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, or a related engineering field with an expected graduation date of December 2027, Spring 2028, or Summer 2028
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills with an interest in packaging development, manufacturing, and innovation
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; previous packaging, engineering, manufacturing, laboratory, or internship experience is preferred
  • Interest in the consumer packaged goods/manufacturing industry and the desire to start a career with Post Consumer Brands after graduation is strongly preferred; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Additional Program Information & Perks

  • Competitive compensation, subsidized housing, and relocation assistance for eligible students
  • Access to professional development, networking, and social activities while gaining exposure to Packaging R&D leaders and cross-functional teams
  • Opportunity to be considered for future full-time opportunities upon graduation, plus free cereal, oatmeal, milk, coffee, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow interns and teammates

Compensation for this role is $25.00 per hour.

This role will be posted until October 4, 2026.

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