Tooling Design Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Location: RPSNA Erie (ERPA) PA

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet.  More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Job Description

Location: Erie Tool Shop

Direct Report: Tooling Director

Internship Information: This is a full-time, paid summer internship opportunity anticipated to run from May 17, 2027 through August 13, 2027. Dates are subject to adjustment and are based on candidate availability and business needs.

1.0 Purpose: To support the design, development, and improvement of tooling used in precision mold and manufacturing operations, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment.

2.0 Responsibilities: including but not limited to

Support Amcor initiatives to assure a safe working environment

Respond to any emergency or potential emergency following established procedures

Observe, respond, and report to any instance of product, service, or quality systems non conformance

Security diligence: maintain control of keycards, prevent unauthorized entry to facilities by non-Amcor employees, and proper maintenance / security of Amcor equipment

Successfully complete Primary Duties as outlined in 4.0 and associated training

3.0 Authorities: including but not limited to

Pause activity and notify safety lead in any facility regarding instances of potentially unsafe work environments or employee and supplier practices

Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformity of product, service, or quality systems

Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through designated channels

Suggest actions for continual improvement to products, processes, or systems and verify the implementation of solutions

4.0 Primary Duties: including but not limited to

Assist in the design and detailing of injection molds, mold components, and tooling assemblies using CAD software.

Create and update detailed part drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).

Support engineering changes, revisions, and updates to existing production tooling.

Collaborate with toolmakers, CNC machinists, manufacturing engineers, and production personnel to ensure tooling designs are practical, manufacturable, and cost-effective.

Participate in mold design reviews and manufacturability discussions.

Assist with troubleshooting mold performance issues, including wear, flashing, venting, cooling, and dimensional concerns.

Maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision control within internal systems.

Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to tooling and production concerns.

Lead or support continuous improvement projects focused on mold performance, quality, cycle-time reduction, cost savings, or tooling standardization.

Assist with new mold development projects from concept through build, tryout, and production launch.

5.0 Qualifications / Education Required

Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or a related technical field.

Basic knowledge of CAD software; ability to create and modify 3D models and technical drawings.

Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of engineering fundamentals.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

6.0 Preferred Skills / Experience

Prior internship, co-op, project, or coursework experience related to tooling, manufacturing, machining, plastics, or mold design.

Familiarity with injection molding processes and mold construction principles.

Understanding of CNC machining, manufacturing processes, or GD&T concepts.

Exposure to root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Knowledge of engineering documentation practices, BOM management, and revision control.

Interest in precision tooling, mold design, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team

Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation

Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns

The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity