Structural Designer Intern - Fall 2016

International Paper (India) Private Limited is a leading manufacturer of pulp and paper products and caters to both domestic and foreign markets. International Paper (India) Private Limited produces writing, printing and copier papers at its two manufacturing units in Andhra Pradesh, which have a total paper production capacity of 240,000 metric tons per year.

International Paper Retail Display and Packaging is a full service designer and manufacturer of point-of-purchase materials for major consumer product companies and retailers. We are seeking a student intern to work with our design team in the development of our products. Key functions include assisting with research, concept development, prototyping, and display and packaging development.

* Learns the basic fundamentals of creating a dynamic, structurally sound point-of-purchase display design. * Learns standard techniques for corrugated or alternative materials merchandising solutions. * Concept Development: Work with sales, design, project management, design management, and/or the client to understand creative requirements and work with others to translate those requirements into a creative merchandising solution. * Project Development: Record keeping, file naming, creating bill of materials, writing instruction sheets that illustrate the assembly of displays, and determine pallet patterns. * Learn and begin to understand various manufacturing methods/applications and how they are considered when developing packaging and display solutions. * Operate the CAD system, table, and large format printer to create display structures and produce prototypes of displays. * Assist in producing reports, time studies, and retail surveys. * Apply environmental and sustainability principles to the design of our products. * Assist in the development of sales presentations. * Maintain the highest level of safety while working in the design environment.

* Student working toward a BS/BA in Packaging, Design or related field. * Ability to do detail oriented work with exceptional accuracy. * Self motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision. * Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. * Ability and willingness to learn quickly. * Excellent computer and organizational skills. * Ability to work within strict timelines. * Customer focused. * Creative problem solving skills.