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OHM Advisors

Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

The desire and ability to train junior engineers and interns. * Good organizational skills and ... That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs. Benefits:

OHM Advisors

Engineer

Detroit, MI

The desire and ability to train junior engineers and interns. * Good organizational skills and ... That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs. Benefits:

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Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

The desire and ability to train junior engineers and interns. * Good organizational skills and ... That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs. Benefits:

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Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship packaging engineer in Detroit, MI is $19.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $20.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Packaging Engineer vs Packaging Engineer?

AspectInternship Packaging EngineerPackaging Engineer
QualificationsEnrolled in or recent graduate of relevant engineering or packaging programBachelor's or higher in packaging, mechanical, or industrial engineering
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in manufacturing or R&D departmentsFull-time professional role in manufacturing, design, or supply chain
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with packaging design, testing, and process improvementsDesigning, testing, and implementing packaging solutions independently
Experience LevelEntry-level, learning-focusedMid-level professional with some experience

The main difference between an Internship Packaging Engineer and a Packaging Engineer is experience and responsibility. Internships are designed for students or recent graduates gaining initial industry exposure, while Packaging Engineers are full-time professionals responsible for designing and optimizing packaging solutions.

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Application Engineer Intern (Fall/Winter 2026)

Menasha Corporation

Troy, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 hours ago

Job description

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you're going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

The Application Engineer Intern will learn all facets of the returnablepackaging sales cycle from start to finish. This includes exposure to design, estimating, and accompanying experienced Application Engineers on customer visits for firsthand training.
The intern will support the Application Engineering Team at ORBIS Corporation on projects throughout the summer and fall semester (beginning June 2026). You will receive guidance from a dedicated mentor and participate in Menasha Corporation's Intern Program, which emphasizes connection, skillbuilding, and professional development.

Areas of Learning/Responsibilities

  • Learn all facets of the Returnable Packaging sales cycle

  • Customer Interaction, including: face-to-face meetings and delivering finished product and quote to customers

  • Train on our design process:

    • Information required to start a design

    • Entering project into our design software

    • Reviewing / approving completed designs

    • Quote process

    • Sample process

  • Visit ORBIS locations to learn the production cycle

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Working towards a degree in Packaging Engineering is strongly desired

  • Must be self-motivated and reliable

  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Knowledge of Solidworks and Autodesk Inventor

  • Excellent skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

We are open to an intern starting in Fall or Winter, but are hoping someone can be with us for at least 6 months. This is an onsite internship in our Troy, MI office.

#ORBIS

#LI-MR1

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.


Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today's supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.


Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you'll have opportunities to grow.


The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!


Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

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