R&D Intern (Summer 2026)

What we are looking for

We are seeking innovators collaborators and problem solvers. Our interns do not shy away from a challenge and are looking for a chance to create a real impact with our company. Avery Dennisons Internship Program has a single business focus to cultivate future talent for our rapidly growing organization. With a concentrated blend of experiential on-the-job learning a dynamic environment access to business leaders and a supportive team of co-workers peers and supervisors the Internship Program will provide you the opportunity to sharpen your skills and collaborate on a number of strategic projects.

Were seeking an R&D  Intern to join our North American business during the summer of 2026. You will be responsible for completing an assignment focused on process improvement initiatives and collaborating with the R&D leadership team in one of our state of the art facilities. After a successful summer an R&D Intern will get hands-on experience.  Our summer internship program serves as a talent pipeline for our Early Careers Program in R&D and throughout the organization.

We are considering individuals who are excited about working in Painesville Ohio for the summer of 2026.

What you will be doing

• Use design of experiment techniques and statistical methods to plan and perform testing and process trials on laboratory pilot and production-scale equipment.

• Execute testing protocols to measure product performance against customer requirements in conjunction with Avery Dennison testing facilities

• Collaborate with businesses across R&D teams to translate platform technology into next-generation products

• Formulate new products against sustainability and digitization targets

What sets us apart

Avery Dennisons Co-Op Program is unlike any other with its emphasis on networking community and support. From Day 1 networking is encouraged promoted and expected within the program. As you are on-boarded with other co-ops and Early Careers Program associates from various tracks you quickly develop a community  of individuals all committed to make sure you have what it takes to succeed.

A core component of the curriculum is the peer mentoring program. Paired with an Early Careers Associate or program graduate within the organization the program focuses on the transition from college to corporate leveraging strengths and defining your early career path.  

In addition as an organization that values diversity and inclusion we welcome our Co-Op associates to take an active role in our Employee Resource Groups(ERGs).  ERGs are a group of employees that help advance and promote diversity cultural awareness and an inclusive work environment. Some of our ERGs are Black Employee Resource Group (BERG) Elevate(Womens Leadership Development) NEO Chinese Association Unite(LGBT) Veteran Employee Resource Group (VERG) and Voz Latina.

Internships and Co Ops  at Avery Dennison are paid and relocation assistance is available to those that qualify.

Qualifications :

What you will need to bring to the program

Avery Dennison has a long history of being an industry leader. Your history is important to us. It should include the following:

Education

• Pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or Materials Science

Preferred Experience 

• Previous internship/co-op experience or relevant work experience

• Experience in an industrial R&D lab environment preferred

• Experience via student organizations such as Engineers without Borders American Society of Chemical Engineers Society of Women Engineers National Society of Black Engineers Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers etc. 

• Volunteerism or similar activities

Requirements:

*Must have reliable transportation to and from work

*Sponsorship is not available now or in the future

Travel

• Ability to travel 10 percent of the time 

Additional Information :

The hourly salary for this position is $24.50 - $ 27.00 /hour  based off of where you are at academically.

The hourly salary above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range and in some circumstances may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to a candidates relevant skills experience education and training and location as well as the job scope and complexity responsibilities and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.  

Equal Opportunity Statement

Avery Dennison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Avery Dennison is a global leader in labeling and packaging materials and solutions. The companys applications and technologies are an integral part of products used in every major market and industry. With operations in more than 50 countries and 30000 employees worldwide Avery Dennison serves customers with insights and innovations that help make brands more inspiring and the world more intelligent.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern