Engineering Intern

Last application date

2026-08-10

Engineering Intern, Nefab Packaging West

Nefab Group is on a growth journey, and we are dependent on high-performance people to succeed. Our Engineering organization is vital for us to deliver customized packaging solutions to our customers. We are now strengthening our team in Nefab Newark,CA  with an Intern opportunity. 

This position is located in Newark,CA.  

Do you want to be part of a global organization and contribute to our growth journey? Apply today! 

Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Per Hour DOE

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Working with Engineering Manager, the Engineering Intern is responsible to obtain packaging design knowledge by supporting Design, Drawing creation, Sample Making and Testing and be involved with R/D Innovation as required.

Duration of Engineering Intern program is (minimum) three months, the intern will complete their internship with basic and some advanced knowledge of packaging design, drawing creation, sample making and testing.

Options for project focus can include the following:

  • Complete assigned training courses
  • Be able to use all Nefab design tools, IronCad/Artios Cad
  • Can demonstrate full understanding of design processes
  • Can demonstrate basic knowledge of one of the following:
  • Can demonstrate basic knowledge of Fabricated foam design
  • Can demonstrate basic knowledge of Corrugated design
  • Can demonstrate basic knowledge of Crate design
  • Can demonstrate basic knowledge of ASTM/ISTA packaging testing
  • Can demonstrate basic knowledge of the manufacturing processes

 During the internship period, the intern will:

  • Act as support function to Test Lab operation
  • Act as support function to Design/Sample making
  • Support Production as needed for their design
  • Support R/D initiatives

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Participate in on-the-job training
  • Weekly progress update with Engineering
  • Conducting research and assisting Engineering
  • Learn Nefab Design Processes and Engineering Tools
  • Learn design aspects of Nefab core products, as applicable
  • Operate Test Lab equipment
  • Support R&D for new material and/or new concept development

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor degree or higher in mechanical engineering, Industrial design, packaging technology or similar engineering background in progress. Specialization degree in packaging is not required, but is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

  • Previous work experience is not necessary.  University Co-op experience may be advantageous.

  • A minimum 2-3 years of schooling towards a Bachelor’s degree is advantageous

  • Knowledge of 3d/2d software (IronCad/Solid Works, AutoCad/Artios)

  • Knowledge of packaging dynamics is advantageous


LANGUAGES

  • English

SKILLS AND COMPETENCES

  • Hands on
  • Energetic
  • Customer oriented
  • Creative
  • Open minded, ready to try new things
  • Resourceful in problem solving
  • Able to follow detailed instructions
  • Ability to understand engineering drawings and specifications
  • Attention to detail
  • MS Office suite knowledge
  • Good technical knowledge and knowhow
  • Knowledge of 3D CAD software, calculation tools, data management software and supportive software used in engineering
  • Open and respectful with other cultures

Company values and Ways of Working 

Our core values are Simplicity, Empowerment and Respect. Our ways of working are characterized by Customer First, Cooperation, and Communication. This means that we are always putting customers first, through cooperation and communication. We respect each other and the environment. People are empowered to grow and innovate to simplify. 

Application 

Impress us with your CV/resume and motivational letter, written in English, latest August. For further information or questions, please contact hrwest@nefab.com 

Nefab is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe everyone has talent, and therefore welcome all applications. 

We are part of the Nefab Group, which was founded in 1949 and is a world leading global provider of sustainable packaging solutions and logistics optimization services. Nefab saves environmental and financial resources by optimizing supply chains. We do this by innovating together with our customers to create smarter packaging and logistics solutions while always respecting people and high ethical standards. This contributes to a better tomorrow for our customers, for society, and for the environment.  

With more than 75 years of experience combined with competence and presence in 38 countries, we offer global solutions and local service worldwide to companies in industries such as Telecom, Datacom, Semicon, Energy, Healthcare equipment, Mining & Construction, and LiB & E-mobility. Nefab Group has around 5,000 employees with a yearly turnover of 10.3 BSEK. The owners are the Nordgren/Pihl family and FAM AB, a privately owned holding company within the Wallenberg Ecosystem. 

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