INTERNSHIP DETAILS

R&D Packaging Intern (Graduate Development Program 1-Year Intern)

CompanyHenkel group
LocationSeoul
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 7, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Lead packaging development projects for secondary packaging and cost-saving initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance. Coordinate packaging samples, logistics, and laboratory testing to support project activities.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
42548
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
Apply Now →

You'll be redirected to
the company's application page

About The Company
Henkel operates worldwide with leading innovations, brands and technologies in two business areas: Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 145 years of success. The company holds leading positions with its two business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel, headquartered in Düsseldorf / Germany, counts among the most internationally aligned German-based companies in the global marketplace. Our company purpose expresses what unites us all at Henkel: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations. We are a diverse team of about 47,000 colleagues worldwide, striving to enrich and improve life every day through our products, services, and solutions. Our Purpose is built from our roots and carries a long-standing legacy of innovation, responsibility, and sustainability into the future. Our shared values and Leadership Commitments guide our decisions and actions every day. Imprint: http://www.henkel.com/imprint Data Privacy: https://www.henkel.com/data-protection-statement-social-media
About the Role

About this Position

 What you´ll do

  • Lead packaging development projects for secondary packaging and cost-saving initiatives, including co-packing and bundle pack solutions
  • Conduct packaging tests and maintain packaging laboratory equipment and materials as required by the supervisor
  • Work closely with the Regulatory Affairs (RA) team to ensure compliance with packaging-related regulations, including EPR, recycling labels, and required certifications. Support English translation of packaging-related documents when needed
  • Coordinate packaging samples and logistics to support project activities, including requesting samples from suppliers and arranging domestic or international shipments to stakeholders 

This Role Can Offer You:

  • Learn about packaging technologies used across various materials, including paper, plastic, flexible films, and metal
  • Build practical project management and stakeholder management skills through real business projectss
  • Gain knowledge of sustainability and circular economy trends shaping the packaging industry
  • Work in a friendly, supportive, and growth-oriented team environment
  • Experience a diverse and international workplace with opportunities to collaborate across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond

What makes you a good fit 

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Packaging Engineering, or a related field
  • Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel is required
  • Fluency in English is mandatory, with the ability to communicate effectively in an international business environment
  • Prior knowledge or experience in engineering design, manufacturing processes, quality control (QC), or production management is preferred

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Support for Employee Contributions of National Health Insurance
  • Support for Medical Check-up

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.


Key Skills
Packaging developmentProject managementStakeholder managementRegulatory compliancePackaging testingMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelEngineering designManufacturing processesQuality controlProduction managementSustainabilityLogistics coordination
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingEnvironmental & SustainabilityLogistics
Benefits
Health insurancePreventive care programsMedical check-up supportNational health insurance support