Packaging Engineer Intern/Co-op

Our Packaging Engineer Internship/Co‑op is a 6-8 month program offered in two terms: Spring 2027 (January–June) and Fall 2027 (June–December) WHO ARE WE? DDL, Inc. is a third-party testing facility dedicated to helping medical device and pharmaceutical companies across the globe bring products to market. For over 30 years, DDL has provided extraordinary service and specialized testing expertise to the medical device, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries. We help save lives by providing the highest standards for package, product and material testing.

The nature of our services offers a great sense of purpose and accomplishment among all employees. There is a strong sense of teamwork and excellence as we work towards our common goals.

If you’re a team player who is looking for a sense of accomplishment, the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally, and a place to call home, then DDL is the place for you!

“Working for DDL the past 8 years, I’ve gained life-long friendships with my co-workers.” – Angela – Packaging Project Manager/Engineer

“There is great daily satisfaction knowing the testing we perform is helping provide safe medical products all around the world.” – Brad – Packaging Project Manager

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE (Overview & Key Responsibilities) The primary role of the Packaging Engineer Intern/Co-op is to gain a strong understanding of how a packaging test lab operates along with gaining knowledge of industry test standards through a hands-on experience in real world applications.

• Preparation of samples for testing
• Performance of testing per the specified test plan and/or SOP, and operation of respective equipment for each test.
• Documentation of results.
• Repackaging of test samples after testing is complete.
• Perform internal projects and write or revise SOP’s which will be used to improve processes.
• Inventory test samples, set-up tests, and compile data in spreadsheets
• Provide assistance to Project Manager(s), create worksheets, and write test reports as needed.
• Other duties as requested.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications)

• Currently enrolled in an Engineering program
• Lab experience preferred
• MS Office, Fluent in English

It is DDL's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.