Engineering Intern Sikeston

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. 

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Internship Program 2027

As part of the Tetra Pak Internship Program, you'll gain hands-on experience through meaningful projects that contribute to our purpose of making food safe and available, everywhere. From day one, you'll be empowered to apply your knowledge, share your ideas, and collaborate with colleagues in an innovative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives.

You'll be supported by a dedicated mentor, a strong professional network, and a structured onboarding program designed to help you succeed. Through continuous learning and real-world experience, you'll develop valuable skills, grow both personally and professionally, and discover the impact you can make as part of a global organization committed to protecting food, people, and the planet.

We are offering three (3) different internships focused on Engineering based in Sikeston, MO.

Start Date: May 31, 2027

Salary Range: $22-$25/hour

The duration of the Internship depends on the position, as specified below.

Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas, relocation, or housing for these positions.

100113 – Autonomous Maintenance Intern 

Duration: May 31, 2027 – April 28, 2028

(Full-time until August 13, then part-time max. 20 hours/week)

What you will do 

In our factory in Sikeston, we produce an array of milk carton sizes. The Press Cell where the intern will primarily work is comprised of 5 printing presses from the 1950's and 60's and one that was installed at the beginning of 2026. The older presses are in need of extreme Autonomous Maintenance growth, while maintaining a standard in the new press. The team in the front office is small and works together very well.

In this role, you will assist the Autonomous Maintenance Leader with implementation and sustainment of Autonomous Maintenance activities

As Autonomous Maintenance Intern, you will:  

• Participate in equipment inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and basic condition monitoring activities.


• Support the development and maintenance of AM standards, checklists, and visual management tools.


• Assist with continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.


• Collect, organize, and analyze operational and maintenance data from production systems and reports.


• Generate and maintain reports related to:
  
  
  
  • Short Stops
  
  
  • Equipment Breakdowns
  
  
  • Planned Maintenance Activities
  
  
  • Downtime Analysis
  
  
  • Equipment Performance Metrics
  
  
  
  


• Identify trends and summarize findings to support operational decision making.


• Maintain accurate records and databases to ensure data integrity.

We believe you have

• Suggested majors: Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, Operations Management, Business Analytics / Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management.


• Strong Microsoft office skills, being able to create PowerPoints and Excel sheets is preferred.


• Availability for internship: May 31, 2027 – April 28, 2028, graduation must be after the internship has ended.


• Availability of working onsite for 8 hours a day (40 hours/week) during the summer (part-time up to 20 hours/week during the school year).

100123 – World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Analyst Intern

Duration: May 31, 2027 – April 28, 2028

(Full-time until August 13, then part-time max. 20 hours/week)

What you will do 

Our team is responsible for driving World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiatives that improve operational efficiency, reduce losses, and support continuous improvement across the plant. The work environment is highly collaborative, with close interaction between production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and supply chain teams. Interns will work alongside experienced WCM professionals and gain exposure to both shop floor operations and data-driven decision making.

The team culture emphasizes continuous improvement, problem solving, teamwork, and employee engagement. Key challenges include identifying and eliminating operational losses, improving process stability, supporting performance tracking, and sustaining improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Typical deliverables include data analysis reports, loss and performance dashboards, root cause investigations, continuous improvement project support, process documentation, and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations. You will have opportunities to participate in Kaizen activities, WCM pillar initiatives, and cross-functional improvement projects that deliver measurable business results.

As World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Analyst, you will:  

• Support Continuous Improvement Projects
  
  
  
  • Assist in identifying operational inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement using WCM methodologies and lean manufacturing principles.
  
  
  • Participate in kaizen events and process optimization initiatives.
  
  
  
  

• Collect and Analyze Manufacturing Performance Data
  
  
  
  • Gather, validate, and analyze production data related to safety, quality, productivity, cost, and equipment performance.
  
  
  • Develop reports and dashboards to help teams track key performance indicators (KPIs).
  
  
  
  

• Assist with Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
  
  
  
  • Support investigations into production losses, quality issues, and equipment downtime using tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone Diagrams, and Pareto Analysis.
  
  
  • Help document findings and track corrective actions.
  
  
  
  

• Support WCM Audits and Standardization Efforts
  
  
  
  • Participate in WCM pillar activities, audits, and assessments.
  
  
  • Help maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and continuous improvement documentation.
  
  
  
  

• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams
  
  
  
  • Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to implement improvement actions and monitor results.
  
  
  • Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders through regular project updates and reports.
  
  
  
  

We believe you have

• Suggested majors: Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Engineering Management.


• Interest in continuous improvement methodologies and project management.


• Ideally some manufacturing experience.


• Sustainability knowledge a plus.


• Availability for internship: May 31, 2027 – April 28, 2028, graduation has to be after the internship has ended.


• Availability of working onsite for 8 hours a day (40 hours/week) during the summer (part-time up to 20 hours/week during the school year).

100129 – Preventive Maintenance Intern

Duration: May 31, 2027 – April 28, 2028

(Full-time until August 13, then part-time max. 20 hours/week)

What you will do 

Our Tetra Pak plant in Sikeston, Missouri produces coated paperboard cartons ranging from as small as 4 ounces to as large as one liter, used for milk, juices, and a variety of other food products. You will work with maintenance colleagues on the production floor and focus on Preventive Maintenance, delivering and improving management of spare parts, inventory and machines.

As Preventive Maintenance Intern, you will:  

• Support E-maintenance Activities and Improvements - you will be trained in our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)


• Help with improvement on how we manage Spare Parts activities


• Support Preventative Maintenance (PM) Assignments - PM building and improvements

We believe you have

• Suggested majors: Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering


• Proactivity, curiosity and eagerness to learn


• A collaborative and team-oriented work style


• Experience with Excel VBA, Power BI, power Automate, SQL or Python is a plus Availability for internship: May 31, 2027 – April 28, 2028, graduation has to be after the internship has ended.


• Availability of working onsite for 8 hours a day (40 hours/week) during the summer (part-time up to 20 hours/week during the school year).

Steps of the process

• Application


• Recorded video interview


• Final interview


• Offer letter


• Start on May 31, 2027

We offer you

• Variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.


• Culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our engineering experts drive visible results.


• Equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion.


• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.

Apply now!

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/
This job posting expires on October 23, 2026.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and have equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace differences, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.