Packaging Engineering Co-op - Fall 2027

About the role

As a Packaging Engineering Co-Op, your role is to aid in the development and implementation of packaging / labeling products, materials and solutions for Boston Scientific (BSC) medical devices. Packaging is essential for maintaining the integrity and safety of BSC medical devices from production to end-use, impacting the lives of millions of people globally. Under the direct supervision / guidance of BSC Packaging Engineers, you will compile, analyze and report on operational, test, and research data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified products, processes, or materials for packaging and labeling.

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 responsibilities will include

This position will aid Package Engineers in completing project deliverables 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 provided

• 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 Bachelors of Science in Packaging
• Required graduation dates are between December 2027 to May 2030
• Must be able to commit to a full 8-month co-op assignment during one of the following timeframes: May 17th OR May 24th, 2027 – December 17th, 2027
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization
• Must have reliable daily transportation to and from the Arden Hills, MN and Maple Grove, MN Boston Scientific Corporate location

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