Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and manufacturing company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio-frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs approximately 30,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2018 were $7.2 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Avery Dennison is an equal employment opportunity provider.

Do you want to gain a broad exposure into what it takes to be a member of a product development team at a Fortune 500 company?

As an Associate within the R&D stream of our two-year rotational  Early Career Program, you will have the opportunity to work in cross-functional teams, with suppliers and technology partners, to advance the boundaries of specialty materials, coating technologies and label & adhesive technology.

But it is not only about getting a technical expert – we will ensure that you do also get the opportunity to develop the business & leadership skills needed to accelerate your career. You will spend some months of the program working on an assignment in another field like Operations or Engineering to ensure that you get the full insight into how the different areas work together to deliver world-class products, solutions and services. 

Your tasks may include activities such as:

• Work on development & design of new products

• Expand and deepen technical knowledge by supporting, leading and managing R&D projects

• Development of new sustainable and innovative solutions

• Complete an assignment within another function like Operations or Engineering to get a broad understanding of how those functions connect with R&D

While you are on this exciting journey, you will receive plenty of support along the way. Our Mentoring Program, combined with a concentrated blend of experiential on-the-job learning, classroom and online training will enable you to build your skills and transition from college to the corporate workplace, leveraging strengths and defining your career path.

What we expect from you!

• Phd Degree  in Materials Science, Chemistry.

• First relevant practical experience (e.g. internships, project work), preferably in an international manufacturing environment

• Fluent in English

We are looking for agile problem-solvers who enjoy working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, and who are striving to make a difference by contributing their own strengths and ideas. 

Applying for an Early Career Program means going all out for an exciting, dynamic and multi-faceted opportunity that offers new challenges each day. Ready to take on the challenge? If so, apply online now for the next program start date on 1st of October 2021!

Additional information

Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone - just click here to get to know us better: Life at Avery Dennison

 We offer:

• Structured Training Curriculum

• Mentoring Program

• Challenging and innovative projects

More details around the program and the application process can be found here.

We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work at Avery Dennison. With us, teams are balanced and diverse. Because each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents.  

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. Are you interested in knowing more about our Diversity & Inclusion approach? Click here to learn more!

Note: We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates using their personal email addresses.

AVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status.