Boston Scientific Packaging Co-op Summer/Fall Winter/Spring 

United States, Minnesota, Saint Paul 

583509563

We will consider qualified applicants of all ages who are starting (or restarting) their careers.

Benefits:

• Corporate housing & relocation assistance or living stipend available for those who meet eligibility requirements
• Half-day Fridays all through the summer
• Free on-campus fitness center & group fitness classes
• Events throughout the summer include Intern social outings, Volunteer Day, ice cream & BBQs at the park, opportunities to gain experience about other BSC sites/departments and network cross-functionally with leadership and peers, and more!
• Casual, comfortable dress code and inclusive company culture

About the role:

Help develop medical device packaging testing in conjunction with ASTM standards, develop / execute test method verification and validation activities, and document procedures for performing the testing, ensuring packaging systems meet industry and regulatory standards.

Your key responsibilities:

This position will aid Package Engineers in completing project deliverable such as test protocols and reports, rationales, testing, inspection, and change control activities. Training will be assigned to the Co-op through the BSC training management system and include required training for the tasks that the Co-op will be expected to complete. A formal training plan will be reviewed and assigned by the Packaging Engineering Supervisor upon the start of employment and amended as needed. In addition, the Co-op will receive hands-on training from their Supervisor and other Packaging Engineers throughout the employment to build understanding of the processes and procedures being followed.

Training that will be provided to the Co-op student while in this position:

• On-site Packaging Lab testing (visuals and performance testing)

• Vendor and customer visits
• Voice of Customer or Usability testing
• Design and prototyping activities
• Protocol and report overviews
• Good Documentation Practices in a Regulated Industry
• Optional professional skills development training courses

Required Qualifications:

• Current student working towards a Bachelor of Science in Packaging Engineering degree
• Required graduation dates for the summer/fall 2025 Co-op are between Dec 2025 to June 2028 and required graduation dates for the winter/spring 2026 Co-op are between June 2026 to June 2029
• Must have authorization to work in the United States without restriction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Completion of Distribution Dynamics and/or Medical Device Packaging class
• Intermediate knowledge related to paperboard, corrugated, flexible packaging films, Tyvek, thermoformed trays, and packaging equipment
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams
• Organized and results-oriented; ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize competing tasks
• Ability to communicate with individuals on all levels
• Ability to work independently to plan, schedule, and execute activities necessary to meet project timelines
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills are essential

Maximum Salary: $

Compensation fornon-exempt (hourly), non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation forexempt, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.