Technical Packaging Intern

Launched in 2015, SOL DE JANEIRO is an award-winning, fast-growing premium global lifestyle beauty brand inspired by the beauty rituals and attitude of the beaches of Rio. Our brand purpose is to spark endless self-celebration and joy through the power and warmth of the Brazilian spirit. This philosophy extends from our products to our corporate culture. We are leaders, permanently inquisitive, category obsessed, incredibly diverse, self-demanding, true team players, and we are all Brazilian in Spirit.

Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Rio, Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned us prestigious honors, including TIME100's 2024 Most Influential Company, Fast Company's 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies and 2023 Brands that Matter, Allure's 2024 Readers' Choice Awards, and WWD's 2023 Beauty Inc Award in the Prestige category. These accolades highlight our dedication to being a leading brand in the beauty industry and an exceptional workplace. Sol de Janeiro values diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every person can enjoy a successful career.

Are you a motivated, curious, and results-driven student looking to make an impact in the beauty industry?

Our Future SolStars Program is a paid internship designed to provide hands-on experience, real business exposure, and meaningful connections across our global teams.

· Duration: June 3, 2026 – August 12, 2026

· Schedule: Part-time (up to 20 hours per week)

· Location: NYC Headquarters (hybrid)

· Compensation:

• Undergraduate: $17/hour
• Graduate: $20/hour

· Gain end-to-end exposure to the packaging development process, from concept through commercialization, including artwork development, vendor coordination, and production readiness

· Develop a strong understanding of packaging specifications, material selection, testing requirements, and global regulatory considerations

· Learn how packaging decisions impact cost, logistics, sustainability, and supply chain efficiency across contract manufacturers, kitting partners, and distribution networks

· Build cross-functional collaboration skills by working closely with Creative, Product Marketing, Procurement, Logistics, and external vendors

· Contribute meaningful support to ongoing packaging initiatives, including cost optimization, data management, sampling programs, and sustainability exploration

· Support continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives, including shipper optimization, pallet pattern analysis, and identification of efficiencies across manufacturing and distribution partners

· Own and manage packaging-related aspects of sampling programs, including vendor coordination, dieline handoff, material approvals, and artwork execution

· Organize and maintain packaging specifications and documentation within SharePoint and support integration into Specright, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility

· Partner with vendors and internal teams to collect and report packaging data (dimensions, weights, pallet configurations) to support Master Data and operational readiness

· Support packaging innovation and sustainability initiatives by researching new materials, formats, and vendor capabilities

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

· Minimum GPA of 3.0 (preferred)

· Strong interest in beauty, consumer brands, or related field

· Strong communication and organizational skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite

· Curious, proactive, and eager to learn

· Positive, collaborative, and team-oriented

· Passionate about Sol de Janeiro and our brand mission

· Detail-oriented with strong follow-through

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

· Hands-on experience with a fast-growing, global beauty brand

· Exposure to leadership and cross-functional teams

· Mentorship and professional development opportunities

· A fun, inclusive culture rooted in confidence, joy, and connection

· A community of passionate, purpose-driven peers

• Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
• Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
• The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand

The information contained herein is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Sol de Janeiro is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is Sol de Janeiro's policy not to discriminate based on any legally impermissible factor, including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, sexual and reproductive health decisions and any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.  

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at careers@soldejaneiro.com. 

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