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Internship R&D Packaging Engineering Europe

CompanyHenkel group
LocationDüsseldorf
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support packaging development and sustainability projects, including supplier screening and market analysis. They will also assist in the packaging lab with functionality tests and quality issue investigations.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
€1,050 - €2,270
Company Size
42558
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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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

  • Support on packaging development and sustainability related topics
  • Active involvement in the development and implementation of global packaging innovation
  • Own set of responsibilities for a specific project and development of concepts and packaging ideas
    Project related support in supplier screening, market analysis and packaging proposals and preparation of management reports
  • Support of functionality and application tests in our Packaging lab
  • Assistance with investigations and testing on actual quality issues 

What makes you a good fit

  • Student who is pursuing a bachelor or master degree in the field of packaging, mechanical or plastic engineering
  • Practical or international experience, e.g. by former internships or semester abroad, is beneficial
  • Fluent English language skills, German and other languages are advantageous
  • Firm knowledge of MS-Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  • Self-motivated, creative and open-minded team-player with high level of independence
  • Start date as of January 2027

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Attractive Remuneration
  • Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
  • Global Experience
  • Interns Community

We offer you an attractive salary between €1.050-2.270 gross per month. The exact amount of the remuneration depends on the desired duration, the type of internship (voluntary or mandatory) and existing degrees.

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, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

Note: The email address you provide during the application process may also be used in later stages (e.g. for contract execution via digital tools). Please ensure that only you have access to this mailbox and that you can securely receive confidential information through it.


Key Skills
Packaging developmentSustainabilityInnovationProject managementSupplier screeningMarket analysisFunctionality testingQuality controlMS-OfficeExcelPowerPointCommunicationAnalytical skillsTeamworkIndependence
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchEnvironmental & SustainabilityManufacturing
Benefits
Diverse growth opportunitiesWellbeing standardsHealth and preventive care programsAttractive remunerationFlexible working hoursHybrid work modelInterns community