Student Placement - Packaging Engineering

Are you ready to put your studies into practice and make a meaningful contribution from day one? Our student placement offers a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team where you’ll play an active role in delivering key site projects, driving innovation, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced, regulated environment. You’ll be supported by experienced professionals and empowered to grow your skills in problem solving, communication, and project execution.

Position Overview

The position available is within the Packaging Integrated Process Team (IPT) Engineering Team at Organon. Organon is recruiting for an Engineering student to join us by the beginning of August 2026 for 12 months for a student placement to join our world-class manufacturing site in Cramlington, Northumberland.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day business support and assist with engineering and packaging projects.
• Develop technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Contribute to improvement initiatives, problem-solving, and investigations into safety incidents or customer complaints.
• Ensure compliance with our Company’s Global Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, regulatory requirements and execute Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of day-to-day activities and all applicable job functions.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects focused on Safety, Quality, Supply, or Cost.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and SOPs, and accurately record and apply training received.

Education & Skills

• Currently studying an Engineering related degree.
• Looking to complete a 12-month placement in your third or penultimate year of study, returning to your course at the end of the placement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative team player with excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Application Process Timeline Overview

Stage 1 – Submission of CV and Cover Letter

(By 19th October 2026) Candidates will be required to submit their CV and cover letter.

Stage 2 – Initial Informal Discussion

(Between 9th November and 18th November 2026) Candidates will be selected and invited to take part in an initial informal discussion about the role, as well as an opportunity for you to find out about the company.

Stage 3 – Assessment Centre + Final Interview

(Early December 2026) Candidates successful at stage 2 will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre, located on-site at Cramlington. Candidates will spend a day at the facility, getting a feel for Organon as well as taking part in several activities including a site tour and a final interview.

Who We Are

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants.

Additional Information

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: No relocation
• Travel Requirements: No travel required
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 1st - Day Shift
• Valid Driving License: No
• Number of Openings: 1