Test Engineering Intern - Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

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 Dennison’s 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.

We’re seeking a Test Engineering Intern to join our business in North America during the summer of 2025 on our Hardware Engineering Team. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in testing, validating and optimizing hardware products such as RFID, loT devices and smart labeling systems.  As a test engineering intern, you will support the development and execution of test plans to ensure the reliability, performance and quality of our cutting edge products.  Our summer internship program serves as a talent pipeline for our Early Careers Program throughout the organization.

We are considering individuals who are excited about working in our state of the art facility in Miamisburg, OH.

What you will be doing

• Assist in the developing and executing test plans, procedures and test cases for hardware systems including RFID and loT devices

• Conduct functional, performance, and reliability testing on hardware prototypes and production systems

• Set up and operate testing equipment, collect data,  and document test results

• Collaborate with hardware, software, and firmware teams to troubleshoot and resolve product defects

• Analyze test data, generate reports and provide feedback on product quality and performance

What sets us apart

Avery Dennison’s Summer Internship 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 summer interns 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 Summer Interns to take an active role in our Employee Resource Groups(ERG’s).  ERG’s are a group of employees that help advance and promote diversity, cultural awareness and an inclusive work environment. Some of our ERG’s are Black Employee Resource Group (BERG), Elevate(Women’s Leadership Development), NEO Chinese Association, Unite(LGBT+), Veteran Employee Resource Group (VERG) and Voz Latina.

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

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Working on  cutting edge RFID, loT,  and hardware technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment

• Gain hands on experience in product testing and validation, with opportunities to work closely with industry experts

• Exposure to a global leader in the industry, where your contributions will have a direct impact on real-world products

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 Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (min sophomore status) or Master’s degree with a focus on Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Bachelors and Masters degrees must come from an accredited US institution.  Sponsorship is not available at this time.  Students must be domestic.

• Familiarity with testing methodologies, tools and techniques for hardware products

• Basic understanding of electronics, embedded systems and hardware components

• Experience with lab testing equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators is a plus)

Preferred Experience 

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

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

• Volunteerism or similar activities

*Must have reliable transportation to and from work in Miamisburg, OH

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Travel

• Ability to travel 10 - 20 percent of the time

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 company’s applications and technologies are an integral part of products used in every major market and industry. With operations in more than 50 countries and 30,000 employees worldwide, Avery Dennison serves customers with insights and innovations that help make brands more inspiring and the world more intelligent.

Additional information

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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