Sealed Air Corporation · 15 hours ago
Applications Engineer Co-op
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New GradSealed Air Corporation designs and delivers innovative packaging solutions for essential goods. They are seeking motivated individuals pursuing degrees in relevant fields to join their Strategic Account team as co-op interns, focusing on customer relationships, sales growth, and technical expertise.
Consumer GoodsE-CommercePackaging ServicesRetail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Apply your area of study to the development of new products and processes at Sealed Air, including multi-layer polymer films and packaging equipment or automation for the meat processing sector. The role focuses on four core areas: customer interface, sales growth, technical expertise, and project management
Serve as a primary point of contact and build strong relationships across customer functions, including R&D, Procurement, Marketing, and Engineering. Understand customer needs, address concerns, and ensure high satisfaction by clearly communicating technical information and providing effective solutions
Partner with the sales team to identify and pursue new business opportunities. Support the development and execution of sales strategies to drive revenue growth for new and existing customers. Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities
Develop a strong understanding of products, services, and technical capabilities to communicate value effectively. Provide technical guidance and support to customers and internal teams. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders such as R&D, Engineering, Front-End Innovation, Portfolio, Customer Service, Field Quality, and Regional Sales to address customer requirements and challenges
Coordinate cross-functional projects to ensure timely execution and successful implementation. Track progress, identify risks, and resolve issues across multiple simultaneous projects. Maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, reports, and customer communications
Qualification
Required
Has completed at least two years of a bachelor's in animal, meat, food, or packaging science, or is pursuing an M.S. in one of these or related fields
Strong academic record with 3.0 or higher GPA
Authorized to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship
Ability to work independently with limited supervision; ability to drive projects independently (self-starter)
Proven excellence in a customer-facing role
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels
Demonstrated ability to understand technical concepts and translate them into clear, concise information for non-technical audiences
Project management or research experience is preferred, but must have the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Knowledge of the food industry, specifically within the meat processing sector; plant experience is highly desirable
Willingness to travel to customer sites frequently and travel for attendance at industry events (as needed)
Preferred
Project management or research experience is preferred, but must have the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Knowledge of the food industry, specifically within the meat processing sector; plant experience is highly desirable
Company
Sealed Air Corporation
Sealed Air is in business to protect, to solve critical packaging challenges, and to make our world better than we find it.
Founded in 1960
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.16B2025-11-17Post Ipo Debt
2025-11-17Acquired
2024-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $396M
Leadership Team
Patrick Kivits
CEO
Sam Marfatia
Director Strategic Marketing
Recent News
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2026-01-20
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